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Eusol: the plastic surgeon's choice?

M D Humzah1, J Marshall, N M Breach

  • 1Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK.

Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
|August 1, 1996
PubMed
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Despite negative press, most plastic surgeons continue to use Edinburgh University Solution of Lime (Eusol) for wound management. Supply issues prevent some from using this traditional wound care product.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Wound Management
  • Antiseptics

Background:

  • Numerous wound care products exist.
  • Edinburgh University Solution of Lime (Eusol) faces scrutiny in wound management.
  • Surgeon practices regarding Eusol use require investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current usage of Eusol among consultant plastic surgeons.
  • To understand the reasons behind Eusol's continued use or discontinuation.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 124 consultant plastic surgeons.
  • Response rate was 77% (95 surgeons).
  • Data collected on Eusol usage patterns and reasons.

Main Results:

  • 82% (78 surgeons) of respondents still use Eusol.
  • 9 out of 17 non-users cited supply procurement issues.
  • Eusol remains in use for specific plastic surgery applications.

Conclusions:

  • Edinburgh University Solution of Lime (Eusol) is still utilized by a significant majority of plastic surgeons.
  • Availability challenges impact the use of Eusol.
  • Plastic surgeons continue to find specific indications for Eusol in their practice.

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