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Effective wound care

From biofilm to better healing: Reducing the burden of chronic wounds

While biofilm on wounds remains a critical barrier to recovery1, reducing the burden of wound infection, implementing prevention strategies, and accelerating wound healing are crucial components of clinical practice.2

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Reducing infection

risk is​ crucial for the prevention of complications​ and the promotion of faster wound healing.4,5

Prontosan® helps lower

the risk of infections, providing a safer healing environment for patients.6-9

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From 40% to 3% reduction of infection.7

Reducing the frequency

of dressing changes increases patient comfort and save costs.10,11

The use of Prontosan® 

can lead to a reduction in the frequency of dressing changes, making wound management more convenient.12

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55% reduction in dressing changes.12

Faster recovery times 

allow patients to return to their daily activities sooner, enhancing overall well-being.

Studies show 

that chronic wounds treated with Prontosan®  heal significantly faster than with saline alone.7,13,14,15

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4 weeks faster healing times.6

Managing pain

and odor improves patient comfort and quality of life.

Prontosan® helps

reduces wound-related pain16-19 and odor16, improving patient mobility and socializing.

Maintaining a clean wound

is vital for preventing infections and promoting healthy tissue regeneration.

Prontosan® removes

debris, slough, and biofilm, ensuring a clean wound bed which is essential for healing12,13,16,17,18,20.

Cost-effective treatments 

are essential for healthcare systems to manage resources efficiently.

Prontosan® helps reduce 

overall healthcare expenses by preventing infections and shortening healing times.21,22

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Cost reduction when compared to saline.21

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Did you know?

Treatment with Prontosan® ​is more cost-effective than saline alone?21

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Betaine effect

The betaine surfactant embeds its​ hydrophobic tail into the biofilm.

Biofilm removal

The polar heads of betaine repel each other, disrupting and breaking up the biofilm structure.

Polyhexanide effect

Once exposed, the polyhexanide (PHMB) ​preservative can deliver a secondary effect against bacteria.

Optimal wound care

The three components of optimal wound care involve cleansing, debridement and wound dressings that help stimulate the wound bed in preparation for healing25.

Cleanse

Prontosan® Wound Irrigation Solution helps remove barriers to wound healing.​

For rinsing, cleansing, moistening and decontamination of wounds and burns.

Prevent

Prontosan® Wound Gel and Gel X for long-lasting cleansing between dressing changes, moistening and decontamination of large surface areas or deep wounds cleansing.​

Formulated with a balanced osmolality for moisture retention.

Debride​

Prontosan® Debridement Pad removes coatings, dead cells, and debris using advanced microfiber technology.​

For acute and chronic wounds, as well as burns requiring debridement.

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References

  1. Malone M, Bjarnsholt T, McBain AJ, James GA, Stoodley P, Leaper D, Tachi M, Schultz G, Swanson T, Wolcott RD. The prevalence of biofilms in chronic wounds: a systematic review and meta-analysis of published data. J Wound Care. 2017 Jan 2;26(1):20-25. doi: 10.12968/jowc.2017.26.1.20. PMID: 28103163.
  2. Falanga V. Classifications for wound bed preparation and stimulation of chronic wounds. Wound Repair Regen. 2000 Sep-Oct;8(5):347-52. PMID: 11115147.