Technical Publications

This section of dressings.org contains scientific communications based upon data generated by the SMTL as part of its commercial testing activities. Please see our inclusion criteria for details on how papers can be added here.

Recent Reports

• A comparison of the Fluid Handling Capacity (FHC) of Allevyn Ag and Mepilex Ag. (PDF file, 186k). Published Feb 2008.
• Reports covering various aspects of Smith and Nephew Allevyn dressings versus a comparator generic dressing, including some Fluid Handling tests demonstrating some interesting 'intelligent dressing' properties.
• A report into the antimicrobial activity of Urgo bandages against a range of microorganisms. (PDF file, 112k). Published July 2006.
• An 'in-vitro' comparison of the physical characteristics of various hydrocolloids, hydrogels, foams, and alginate/cmc fibrous dressings commissioned by Coloplast (PDF file, 437k). Published May 2005.