Effective Management of Wounds in a 6-Year-Old Suspected Mpox Case in Indonesia Using NaCl Wet Foam Dressing: A Novel Approach to Pediatric Infection Control and Healing
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: A 6-year-old child presented with progressively worsening wounds after an initial fall from a bicycle. The wounds exhibited characteristics of fungal infection, which developed after playing with a cat. After visiting a relative hospitalized with fungal pneumonia, the wound became purulent and severe. The patient's condition further deteriorated after taking a warm sulfur bath, which exacerbated the lesions, causing increased inflammation and irritation. The patient was successfully treated with NaCl wet foam dressing. This case highlights the critical role of wound care management and prevention of secondary infections.
Source: Case Reports and Reviews
Authors: Amalia Tri Utami, Aasiyah Muzaahim, Harrats Al Haarits, Maryam Aali 'Imroon, Rhadinda Amirotul Azqiya, Nursing Study Program, STIKES Maharani, Indonesia, Yuni Fatmasari
Institutions: State University of Malang, STIKes Maharani Malang
Language: English
Topic: Wound Healing and Treatments
Subfield: Rehabilitation
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405995853