Santyl Collagenase (Enzymatic Ointment) – Healthpoint
Description: Santyl Collagenase digests collagen in necrotic tissue and contributes towards the formation of granulation tissue and subsequent epithelization
Indications: debridement for chronic dermal ulcers including pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and severely burned areas (Healthpoint, 2007).
Authors notes:
1. Can be used in a wound bed that has a combination of non-viable tissue along with granulation tissue and epithelization.
2. May work better with a moist dressing on top.
3. Can be used with NPWT (as we did with accuzyme)
4. Can be used alternatively with silvadine
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February 8, 2009 — Matthew Livingston R.N. C.W.S.Leave a Reply
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Matthew Livingston R.N. C.W.S.