Statement of Clinical Problem: Absorbent topical dressings are frequently used with compression therapy in the management of venous leg ulcers. Control of exudate, protection of surrounding skin, and pain reduction are the key features affecting dressing selection. Patients with venous ulcers are at increased risk for contact dermatitis and require a dressing that will effectively manage the drainage. This poster describes the use of a novel foam dressing with non-adherent contact layer to help achieve these goals in the leg ulcer care of three patients.

Description of Past Management: The prior management of all three patients involved the use of compression therapy and an absorbent dressing. All wounds were considered free of infection and necrotic tissue. Details about prior wound care will be provided for each individual.

Clinical Approach and Outcomes: Patients were managed for four weeks using a new foam dressing*. Data will be provided about the ease of use, conformity to the wound, adherence to the wound, management of the exudate and pain at time of dressing changes.

Conclusions: The performance of the foam dressing was well accepted by patient, family, and providers. The product was found to be easy to use, versatile, and non-adherent. Patient comfort was enhanced, and dressing frequency decreased; making the foam dressing* a valuable adjunct to the treatment regimen in these cases.

*Restore Foam Dressing with Non-Adherent Contact Layer and Triact Technology, Hollister Wound Care, Libertyville, IL.

Supported by Hollister Wound Care, LLC