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April 8, 2026CureusOpen Access

Application of Honey Dressing in the Management of Postoperative Wounds, Ulcers, and Burns: A Systematic Review

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MSMartin SchilsCDClément DuveauGDGrégory Van Doornick

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Overview

Systematic review identifies honey's efficacy in wound healing, indicating its potential as a therapeutic option.

Key Points

  • This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of honey in treating burns, ulcers, and surgical wounds.
  • Systematic review including 22 randomized clinical trials
  • Literature search performed in multiple medical databases
  • Adherence to PRISMA guidelines for review processes
  • Honey dressing significantly shortens wound healing time, especially in burns
  • Demonstrated antibacterial effects on both surgical wounds and burns
  • Anti-inflammatory properties prominent in surgical wounds
  • Honey is noted for its potential in reducing wound pain and aiding in debridement

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Schils et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d5f14b74eaea4b11a7ada8https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.106501
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