Abstract
We present a clinical comparison of short stretch bandage versus a two-layer compression bandage and early mobilization after split skin grafting to lower leg defects. A total of 38 patients were included. The first group were immobilized for four days and given a short stretch support bandage. Group 2 were mobilized one day after the operation with a two-layer compression bandage (Pro-Guide). There was no difference in healing or frequency of complications. The patients treated with Pro-Guide had significantly fewer admission days and out-patient consultations. Larger randomized trials are warranted.
| Bidragets oversatte titel | Cost-effective change in treatment after split skin grafting to lower leg defects |
|---|---|
| Originalsprog | Dansk |
| Tidsskrift | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Vol/bind | 174 |
| Udgave nummer | 16 |
| Sider (fra-til) | 1091-3 |
| Antal sider | 3 |
| Status | Udgivet - 2012 |
Emneord
- Compression Bandages
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Early Ambulation
- Female
- Humans
- Lower Extremity
- Male
- Postoperative Complications
- Skin Transplantation
- Wound Healing