Evaluation of effect of topical application of 3% citric acid on wound healing
Abstract:Background-Wound healing is a complex process influenced by multiple factors. This study looks for the efficacy of 3% citric acid as pH modifying dressing when compared to conventional method. The pH within the wound milieu indirectly and directly affects the various biochemical reactions in the wound healing. Materials and methods-An unicentric, prospective , randomised study with a parallel design was used to compare patients treated with conventional dressing and with 3% citric acid respectively. The wounds… Show more
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