what is algiate dressng
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Answered by R3 Clinics & Hyperbarics
Alginate dressing is a very absorbent dressing usually made from seaweed. It is very helpful for draining wounds to help control the moisture and prevent breakdown of the periwound.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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