An amorphous hydrogel creates a moist wound environment and is non-cytotoxic. The polymer used is water swellable allowing it to absorb exudate yet remain gel-like until saturated. This allows to remain on the wound longer than gels using water-miscible polymers.
An amorphous hydrogel creates a moist wound environment and is non-cytotoxic. The polymer used is water swellable allowing it to absorb exudate yet remain gel-like until saturated. This allows to remain on the wound longer than gels using water-miscible polymers.