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Idea Exchange: Diaper abdominal wounds that drain

We use disposable baby diapers of the appropriate size as ventral abdominal bandages for lesions that will have a lot of drainage.

We use disposable baby diapers of the appropriate size as ventral abdominal bandages for lesions that will have a lot of drainage. The diaper design keeps the skin dry and minimizes serum or moisture skin scald.

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Dr. Laura Hopper

Asheville, N.C.


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