A new form of plaster which acts like a vacuum pump could help tackle wounds that are hard to heal. The hi-tech dressing sucks out dead tissue, bacteria and debris from the wound that can hinder the ...

Injuries are frequent, whether they result from mishaps at work, home, or during physical exertion. Proper wound dressing and bandaging techniques are vital for preventing infection and accelerating ...

A revolutionary type of wound dressing could reduce scars caused by surgery. The dressing, made from a form of silicone, is stretched over the wound and left in place for up to eight weeks. It works ...