doi: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.32.64.c7152.
Biofilms: possible strategies for suppression in chronic wounds
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- DOI: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.32.64.c7152
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Biofilms: possible strategies for suppression in chronic wounds
Nurs Stand.
2009 Apr.
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Abstract
Biofilms can delay wound healing significantly. The aim of this article is to highlight strategies that could be used to treat chronic wounds containing biofilms. Antibiofilm agents, their modes of action and efficacy in suppressing biofilms are discussed.
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