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Can anyone list the pros and cons of using a BIOPATCH?

the nkf guidelines also suggest that "ointment should be applied (povidone-iodine or triple antibiotics) after each treatment" - that means 3 times a week. is it also applicable when using a biopatch?

Thanks Tish... you said that 'If a biopatch is not being used, the patients dressing should be changed with each treatment' - are there any guidlines you are basing this on?

Thanks... I'm trying to figure out if its worthwhile to put 1 Biopatch per week or 3 different dressings - do you see any cost saving there?

and also... what is the recommended frequency of dsg changes for hemodialysis patients? a friend told me that where she works they do it before each treatment and use transparent dsg

Thanks!!! What about just using a transparent dressing - without Biopatch? Will i have to change the dsg more frequently or once a week is ok?

Hi Everyone! Can anyone tell me what is the frequency of dressing changes she/he practices for home infusion? a friend told me that where they work they do PICC lines, Midlines, Subclavian, and Jugualar dssg changes Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Additionally - can you specify if you are using kits/chg-impragnated dressings? Thanks!

Hello everyone, Can anyone comment on the pros and cons of using a Biopatch with dressing changes? also - does anyone use a dressing change preassembeld kit? Thanks!!