Nematodes

Sugar

•       Sugar has been described both in history and recently as a topical wound treatment.

•       The basis for its use is its high osmolality.

•       Thus, it is effective in reducing edema due to its hydrophilic action.

•       It has also been reported to attract macrophages, accelerate slough of devitalized tissue, provide cellular energy, and promote granulation tissue.

•       Its use should be discontinued after the wound has a good bed of granulation tissue.

•       It has been reported to be effective against Staph., Strep., Enterobacter, E. coli, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, and Serratia organisms.

•        It reportedly does not cause hyperglycemia.

•       It should be used with caution on large wounds. Its hydrophilic action can pull more fluids, electrolytes, and proteins from the wound tissues.