The Assessment of the Skin of the Elderly Patient with Specific Reference to Decubitus Ulcers and Incontinence Dermatitis

Do continence aids help to maintain skin integrity?

The third of our back to basics series reviews the efficacy of continence aids such as pads and barrier creams, and their role in maintaining skin integrity. Many studies had flaws and new research is needed to avoid subjective choice of products.

3M Cavilon Durable Barrier Cream in skin problem management

Maintaining healthy intact skin is an important issue for many healthcare professions. Elderly patients are at particular risk from damage by moisture and mechanical forces such as pressure, friction and shear because of age-related skin changes. This product focus looks at the skin and describes the changes that occur in the older person. It also describes the second product in the 3M Health Care skin care range, Cavilon Durable Barrier Cream. This product follows on from and complements the success of Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film.