Dressings are repeated again and the cat is seen again after 3 days. At next dressing change on 15-11-11 (only 8 days after initial dressing) the wound bed is clean, filled with healthy granulation and the wound margins are beginning to reduce in size. Allowed to heal by second intention the wounds continue to improve with continued use of the Kruuse Manuka AD dressing and tie over technique. At 02-12-11 the wounds began to contract rapidly and the tie over dressing was removed. Further follow up pictures were not taken as the cat was not returned for further dressings changes. The owners reported that the wounds were now completely healed. Courtesy Rachel Umney RVN Clinical Administrator, Wendover Heights Veterinary Centre, Buckinghamshire, UK www.kruuse.com KRUUSE© 01/12 10857 472451 Conclusion: This case shows effective use of Kruuse Manuka AD in a heavily contaminated abscessing wound. It is a strong illustration of how a Manuka honey dressing assists in debridement, and controls contamination leading to rapid and healthy granulation and wound contraction. The Manuka Honey impregnated absorbent dressing had significant advantages over ‘liquid’ honey as it had the added benefit of being held in close contact with the wound bed for maximum topical effect and wear time.
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