Compression Bandages for Venous Ulcers

Compression Bandages for Venous Ulcers
Type	Description and Examples
Single-layer	Simple tubular woven bandages imprinted with rectangles that stretch to squares when appropriate wrapping tension (30–40 mm Hg) is applied (e.g., ACE bandage, Comperm, Setopress).
Three-layer	Layers include padding absorption layer, compression bandage layer, and cohesive compression bandage. Bandages may be left in place for 1 week depending on wound exudate volume (e.g., Dyna-Flex).
Four-layer	Layers include nonwoven wound contact layer permeable to wound exudate and four overlying bandages. Bandages may be left in place for 1 week depending on exudate volume (e.g., Profore).
Impregnated wrap	Porous flexible occlusive dressing comprising stretchable gauze and nonhardening zinc oxide paste (e.g., Unna boot).