Dressings, granules, and their use in treating wounds

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1985-02-27

1985-09-03

Yasko, John D.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

604897, A61L 1500

Patent

active

045386030

ABSTRACT:
This invention is directed to an occlusive dressing useful for treating skin lesions and a granular material capable of interacting with wound exudate. Wounds emitting a large amount of fluid can be treated by first packing with the granular material and then covering the wound with the occlusive dressing.

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