Towards the development of an antibacterial wound dressing with effective management of wound exudates

Abstract

Wound care is crucial for accelerating the wound healing process. Variety of techniques and treatments are employed in facilitating the healing and prevent further infections in wounds such as ensuring cleanliness by using mild soap, water or saline solution to carefully cleanse the wound bed to remove the debris, avoid further infections, managing the moisture level on the wound bed, and managing the wound environment. Wound dressings have been used over a time for the effective management of wounds and to increase the healing rates. Different types of materials are used in these dressings which can aid in sealing the wound, absorbing the wound exudate, and enhancing the healing process.