Maceration is caused by excessive amounts of fluid remaining in contact with the skin or the surface of a wound for extended periods. This fluid may be produced by the wound itself or it may be a ...

It may feel soft, wet, or soggy to the touch. Skin maceration is often associated with improper wound care. In addition to the pain and discomfort it causes, maceration can also slow wound healing ...

Health-care professionals need to be aware of maceration and the implications it may have for wound healing. Maceration of the skin around a wound is a common feature and most practitioners are ...

when the wound isn’t kept clean and dry. People who suffer from skin maceration are also prone to developing other complications around the area. Bacterial or fungal infections can develop in ...

Maceration occurs when the skin is exposed to prolonged moisture, like sweat, water or wound exudate. The excess moisture weakens the skin's protective barrier, leading to a soft, wrinkled appearance.

“Choosing the right dressing for wound treatment or pressure injury prevention should be simple ... lowering the risk of infection and maceration for optimal wound healing conditions.