The Use of Medical Honey in Paediatric Wound Care

Whilst the use of honey for wound care dates back thousands of years, the evidence for use in paediatric wound care in the modern health care environment is somewhat scant.

This module discusses the use of honey in wound care: How it works and indications for use. It goes on to provide an overview of the available evidence for use in paediatric wound care.

At the end of this module participants will be able to:

• Understand the evidence available as it relates to the use of honey in paediatric wound care
• Understand how honey works in wound care
• Identify the known risks associated with the use of honey for wound care
• Understand the unique properties of honey that makes it an effective agent in promoting wound healing