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hydrocolloid
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hy·dro·col·loid  (hdr-kloid)
n.
A substance that forms a gel with water.
hydro·col·loidal (-k-loidl) adj.
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Noun1.hydrocolloid - a substance that forms a gel with water
substance - a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties; "shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man"
Jell-O, jello - fruit-flavored dessert (trade mark Jell-O) made from a commercially prepared gelatin powder


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Because Shapes is a QuadraFoam, it can replace a number of traditional wound dressings, including polyurethane or silicone foams, hydrogels, alginates, hydrocolloids, transparent films, gauze, and other traditional dressings.
Precut wound dressings by Nursing Homes
Moist dressing agents such as hydrogels and hydrocolloids promote this process, In addition to these methods, specific types of polymers called polyacrylates, may further enhance selective autolytic debridement.
Wound care solutions: autolytic debridement by Mwipatayi, B.P. / Australian Nursing Journal
A waterproof adhesive Foam dressing, DermaLevin absorbs four times more than hydrocolloids, conforms easily to awkward areas, maintains a moist wound environment and aides in preventing bacterial contamination.
DermaLevin by Contemporary Long Term Care
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