| abstract |
PCT No. PCT/GB94/00102 Sec. 371 Date Sep. 15, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date Sep. 15, 1995 PCT Filed Jan. 19, 1994 PCT Pub. No. WO94/17227 PCT Pub. Date Aug. 4, 1994Highly absorbent alginate fibers are described which have use in the manufacture of dressings. The fibers and dressings described are highly swellable while also being soluble, rather than just being soluble. This is a considerable advantage for use in environments where high absorption coupled with biodegradability is desired, for example, in wound dressings such as dressings for ulcers or burns. |