Journal of wound, ostomy, and continence nursing : official publication of The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society
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J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs · Nov 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyClinical trial comparing 3 different wound dressings for the management of partial-thickness skin graft donor sites.
A review of the literature reveals a lack of consensus regarding local management of skin graft donor sites. This study was undertaken to determine the effects of 3 different dressings on healing of donor sites and patient discomfort related to donor sites. ⋯ Study findings suggest that use of a collagen calcium-alginate dressing with a transparent film covering reduces the time for complete epithelialization and may reduce pain related to skin graft donor sites.