Preventing Wound Infection: Modern Silver Usage

Alternatives to antibiotics are increasingly used in wound care to stem the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Silver, a common alternative to topical antibiotics, has a long history of use with little evidence of harmful side effects. This white paper first discusses the historical background of medical silver and the global problem of antimicrobial resistance. The guide then compares numerous alternatives to topical antibiotics and describes in detail the silver formulations currently used in wound dressings.