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Comparison of cadexomer iodine and silver
| Cadexomer Iodine | Silver | |
|---|---|---|
| In vitro studies | ||
| Bioburden | Decreases | Decreases |
| Fibroblasts | Enhances migration | Enhances migration |
| Nontoxic | Toxicity Concentration Dependent | |
| Human studies | ||
| Ulcer healing | >Standard of care | Mixed results to no difference than standard of care |
| Clinical signs of infection | Decreased | Decreased |
