Dressing of Wound Treatment in India
About Dressing of Wound
Key Highlights
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Creates a protective barrier to prevent bacterial infection and contamination.Maintains a moist wound environment, which is scientifically proven to accelerate healing.Manages exudate (wound fluid) to keep the surrounding skin healthy and intact.Provides physical protection from trauma, friction, and environmental irritants.Allows for the direct application of medicated ointments or antimicrobial agents.Enables healthcare providers to easily monitor the wound for signs of healing or complications during dressing changes./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Post-operative care for surgical incisions.
- Management of chronic wounds like diabetic foot ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, and pressure sores (bedsores).
- Treatment of traumatic injuries such as lacerations, abrasions, or puncture wounds.
- Care for burns (first and second degree).
- Drainage sites from abscesses or infected wounds.
- Protection for skin tears, particularly in elderly patients with fragile skin.
- Wounds with significant exudate (draining fluid) that requires absorption.
How to prepare
- The physician or nurse will explain the procedure and obtain verbal consent.
- Gather all necessary sterile supplies: gloves, cleansing solution (e.g., saline), sterile gauze, appropriate dressing, adhesive tape, and a disposal bag.
- Ensure proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by the caregiver.
- Position the patient comfortably to provide easy access to the wound site.
- Inspect the old dressing for the amount and type of drainage before removal.
- Administer pain medication if the dressing change is anticipated to be painful.
Risks & possible complications
- Introduction of infection if sterile technique is not followed.
- Allergic reaction or skin irritation to the adhesive tape, dressing material, or topical agents used.
- Trauma to the newly formed granulation tissue during dressing removal, causing bleeding or delayed healing.
- Maceration (breakdown) of the healthy skin surrounding the wound if the dressing is too occlusive or not changed frequently enough.
- Pain or discomfort during the dressing change procedure.
- In rare cases, retained dressing material left in the wound.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Keep the dressing clean, dry, and intact until the next scheduled change.
- Monitor for signs of infection: increased redness, swelling, warmth, pus, foul odor, or fever.
- Report any increased pain, bleeding through the dressing, or if the dressing becomes loose or soiled.
- Follow specific instructions regarding bathing; often the dressing must be protected from direct water contact.
- Maintain good nutrition, including adequate protein and vitamin C intake, to support the body's healing process.
- Attend all follow-up appointments for wound assessment and dressing changes as directed by your Internal Medicine doctor.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Varies by wound; days to several weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dressing of wound in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for dressing of wound in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform dressing of wound. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dressing of wound compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Dressing of Wound in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing dressing of wound.
Ghaziabad, India
43 Doctors
Anika Williams, a 68-year-old retired librarian,...
Anika Williams, a 68-year-old retired librarian, lives alone and has type 2 diabetes. A small scrape on her ankle from gardening two weeks ago refused to heal and instead became a painful, red, and oozing ulcer. Her primary care doctor in Internal Medicine diagnosed a diabetic foot ulcer with early signs of infection. The doctor recommended daily professional wound dressing to prevent a life-threatening infection and possible amputation. Anika was terrified but found the nurse's gentle, meticulous cleaning and application of a special antimicrobial dressing to be surprisingly painless and dignified. With consistent care over four weeks, the ulcer granulated and closed completely. Emotionally, she journeyed from fear and loneliness, feeling betrayed by her own body, to profound relief and gratitude. The daily visits also provided comforting human connection, turning a clinical procedure into a source of reassurance.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Dressing of Wound
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform dressing of wound and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 41 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 43 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 21 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore