Hypochlorous acid in a double formulation (liquid plus gel) is a key prognostic factor for healing and absence of infection in chronic ulcers. A nonrandomized concurrent treatment study
Rafael Herruzo,
Erika Fondo Alvarez,
Irene Herruzo
et al.
Abstract:Background and AimsDiverse protocols prevent infection and/or improve ulcer epithelialization. The existing protocols tend to antagonize the risk factors that promote the chronicity of this type of wound. Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is used to treat ulcers and wounds because of its antiseptic and noncytotoxic properties. Its liquid form is effective but has little residual effect, while in gel it has more residual power.MethodsAn experimental nonrandomized study has been carried out treating 346 chronic ulcers of… Show more
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