Honey is an ancient remedy for the treatment of infected wounds and was first recognised as a topical antibacterial agent in 1892 (Molan, 2001). There are now many published reports describing the effectiveness of honey products in all phases of wound healing, with no adverse effects on the healing process. This article describes the role of Medihoney™ dressings in the management of hard-to-heal wounds.

Honey is an ancient remedy for the treatment of infected wounds and was first recognised as a topical antibacterial agent in 1892 (Molan, 2001). There are now many published reports describing the effectiveness of honey products in all phases of wound healing, with no adverse effects on the healing process. This article describes the role of Medihoney™ dressings in the management of hard-to-heal wounds.

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