Abstract
Compression bandaging is the mainstay of the treatment of chronic venous leg ulcers. Using the Borgnis Medical Stocking Tester, six bandages in common use; (Blue Line, J-Press, Medirip, Elastocrepe, Crepe, and Elastoplast), were studied for the pressures attained, and the ability to sustain pressure. Each bandage was applied 10 times by one of two observers using a standard technique. Pressure measurements were taken hourly for 4h. The pressure exerted by Crepe fell by 63%, and that exerted by Elastoplast fell by 40% over the 4-h test period. Medirip and Blue Line gave the best sustained support.
Bandages available on the UK drug tariff are in the main unsatisfactory for the treatment of chronic venous disease.
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