pectins and Leg-Ulcer

Twenty-two patients with chronic ulcers of the lower limb were treated with 'Varihesive', a modified form of 'Stomahesive'. The results showed that granulation was stimulated by the dressing, and no side-effects were encountered. The treatment is considered to be a useful adjunct to routine supportive measures. I should like to thank E.R. Squibb & Sons for providing the material for this study.

Topics: Aged; Bandages; Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium; Chronic Disease; Clinical Trials as Topic; Female; Gelatin; Granulation Tissue; Humans; Leg Ulcer; Male; Middle Aged; Pectins