Descriptive evaluation of Alione hydrocapillary dressing

It is widely recognized that a moist wound environment enhances epithelial migration and resurfacing, as well as promoting autolytic debridement of necrotic tissue, reducing pain, infection and scarring (Russell, 2002). However, an imbalance in the level of moisture can lead to delayed healing, or even wound extension (Kindlen and Morison, 1999). The type of wound itself can be influential in relation to the level of exudate produced. With such a diverse array of wound management products now available, the healthcare professional faces a constant dilemma in deciding what dressing is suitable for maintaining an optimal level of humidity in the wound environment. Alione, a new hydrocapillary dressing, manufactured by Coloplast, appears to overcome this impasse by being sufficiently versatile to manage varying levels of exudate in all types of wounds.