What to Put on over Granulating Wounds?

Topical corticosteroid cream: due to its anti-inflammatory effect, the response is usually good when applied for one or two weeks. This is the most frequently used treatment in our wound clinic.

What dressing is used for Overgranulation?

In the management of overgranulation, topical antimicrobial products include povidone- iodine, cadexomer-iodine, silver and honey-based dressings (Leak, 2002; Hampton, 2007). Historically, caustic preparations have been used to 'burn back' overgranulation tissue.

How do you dress a granulating wound?

For deep cavity granulating wounds, a polyurethane foam dressing (eg, Allevyn, Lyofoam, Tielle) can be used to pack the wound. These usually consist of foam or foam chips enclosed within a soft flexible pouch to allow entry of exudates.