Antimicrobial dressings: the three As

摘要

Chronic wounds are a world-wide problem. They represent a burden to both the patient and a nation's healthcare system. Wound management accounts for 2-4% of healthcare budgets, and this cost is expected to rise with the increase in diabetics and older people. Infection is one of the most frequent complications of a non-healing wound, leading to longer healing times and increased morbidity, resulting in increased overall cost of care.