What Researchers Did
Researchers reported on a case study where a decubitus ulcer was treated with 20% topical benzoyl peroxide in an oil-in-water emulsion.
What They Found
The treatment with 20% topical benzoyl peroxide yielded very satisfactory results for the pressure sore. Benzoyl peroxide was noted to supply hyperbaric oxygen and possess antimicrobial, antipruritic, and antifungal properties, which collectively contributed to a faster resolution of the lesion.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it was conducted outside of Canada and published in a non-Canadian journal.
Study Limitations
The primary limitation of this study is its design as a single case report, which prevents generalization of the findings to a broader patient population.