Wound Care

The niche of wound care dressings is rather exhaustive, with plenty of options on offer. However, few types of dressings have emerged as a global favourite. Hydrocolloid Dressings is one such example. Used in inpatient and outpatient environments, Hydrocolloid Dressings have emerged as a cost-effective solution in healthcare settings. This is a discussion about Hydrocolloid Dressings, including different types of dressings, their defining features and some guidance about how to purchase medical dressings. Prepping you with the basics: What are hydrocolloid dressings? Hydrocolloids are substances that form a gel-like material when mixed with water. Hydrocolloid dressings come in the form of powders and pastes. Standard ingredients of a typical Hydrocolloid Dressing include gelatin, pectin and Carboxymethylcellulose—responsible for the gel-like consistency that protects and expedites healing. The gel forms an adhesive compound that is highly resistant to water and is rather flexible