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This guideline aims to offer evidence-based recommendations for using microbial-binding dressings to manage wound infections and reduce antimicrobial usage.

June 11, 2026Journal of Wound Care

International guideline on antimicrobial stewardship and the role of microbial-binding dressings in wound care 2026: infection prevention, control, early intervention and treatment

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PIPatricia IdensohnMedical Prescription Services EWEmma WoodmanseyCardiff University FBFébé BruwerAmerican Nurses Association

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Guideline provides evidence-based strategies for infection prevention and treatment in wound care, highlighting microbial-binding dressings' role.

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This guideline aims to offer evidence-based recommendations for using microbial-binding dressings to manage wound infections and reduce antimicrobial usage.
Developed according to AGREE II framework
Included literature review with GRADE assessments
Expert panel scoring through a modified Delphi process with acceptance at a mean score of ≥4.00.
Identified 12 studies on surgical incisions and 17 on hard-to-heal wounds
Achieved strong agreement for 14 statements across expert panel ratings
Presented four AMS clinical pathways for practical implementation.

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Idensohn et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2a520a80c8f91e7f39e18f https://doi.org/10.12968/jowc.2026.0302

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Guideline provides evidence-based strategies for infection prevention and treatment in wound care, highlighting microbial-binding dressings' role.

International guideline on antimicrobial stewardship and the role of microbial-binding dressings in wound care 2026: infection prevention, control, early intervention and treatment

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International guideline on antimicrobial stewardship and the role of microbial-binding dressings in wound care 2026: infection prevention, control, early intervention and treatment

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