A randomized, double-blind trial has found that a 65% nitrous oxide/oxygen mix significantly reduced pain during vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) dressing removal compared to oxygen alone. Conducted on ...

Wound dressings should provide sterile coverage, protect the wound, and adhere reliably, while still allowing for painless removal. It is essential that the process of skin renewal remains undisturbed ...

Impact of the Number of Lymph Nodes Examined on Differences in Survival for Surgically Treated Gastric Cancer Patients Between the US and Japan Using Nationwide Databases This is an ASCO Meeting ...

A new type of polymer enables pain-free removal of wound dressings. The adhesive for plasters adheres securely at body temperature, but can be removed painlessly and without residue at room ...

ROURKELA: Researchers at the National Institute of Technology-Rourkela (NIT-R) have developed a smart dressing for wounds that prevents infections, minimises pa ...