Wound Care & Dressings
Correct dressing helps keep a wound clean and lets its healing be followed regularly. We provide wound care and dressings at home for stitched surgical wounds, pressure ulcers and wounds that have been slow to heal, and we check the wound's condition at every visit.
Every treatment requires a physician's prescription or recommendation.
What's included
- Surgical wound and stitch dressings
- Pressure ulcer (bedsore) care
- Diabetic foot and chronic wound dressings (with physician recommendation)
- Regular wound checks and updates for family members
Who is it for?
- Patients recovering at home after surgery
- Bedbound patients at risk of pressure ulcers
- Patients whose wounds heal slowly, for example because of diabetes
How it works
Get in touch
Tell us the type of wound and any physician recommendation.
Assessment
The wound, its size and the surrounding skin are checked.
Dressing
The wound is cleaned and dressed with a sterile technique, using the recommended materials.
Follow-up plan
We agree how often dressings are needed; if the wound gets worse, we recommend seeing your physician.
Before the visit
- The physician's recommendation or discharge letter
- Any recommended dressing materials
- How long the wound has been present
- A well-lit space where the patient is comfortable
Frequently asked questions
How often should a dressing be changed?
It depends on the type of wound and your physician's advice. We plan regular visits accordingly.
How can pressure ulcers be prevented?
Changing the patient's position regularly, keeping the skin clean and dry, and good nutrition are among the most important measures. See the article in our Health Guide for details.
When should I see a physician?
If the wound shows increasing redness, swelling, discharge or a bad smell, or you have a fever, see your physician without delay.
Let's start your care today.
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Şifa Evde Sağlık is not an ambulance or emergency service. In an emergency, call 112.