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An evaluation of all-in-one incontinence pads

Article Abstract:

Disposable pads for incontinence sufferers are available as all-in-one nappy style pads and a pad and separate pair of pants. A survey by the Continence Products Evaluation Network aimed to identify the strengths and limitations of a variety of brands of all-in-one bodyworn pads, including their appropriateness fo heavy incontinence. The survey evaluated 36 brands and identified significant differences between the least and most successful products.

Author: Pettersson, Lena, Fader, Mandy
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
Disposable medical supplies, Medical supplies, Disposable

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Continence products: the role of evaluation

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The value of the study undertaken by the Continence Products Evaluation Network is reviewed. A major problem with the study was the length of time it took before it was published. The evaluation has been set up by the UK Department of Health's Medical Devices Agency.

Author: Pettersson, Lena, Fader, Mandy
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
Research, Medical equipment and supplies industry, Medical equipment industry, Medical supplies, United Kingdom. Department of Health, Fecal incontinence

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An evaluation of disposable pads for women with light incontinence

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A test of several incontinence pads available in the United Kingdom is examined. The test found that all the products tested resisted leakage well, but that products varied on other test criteria, which included discreetness, odor control, comfort and portability. The highest scoring pads were Tena Lady Extra and Prevail Extra Plus.

Author: Pettersson, Lena, Fader, Mandy, Clarke-O'Neill, Sinead
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
United Kingdom, Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Surgical appliances and supplies, Disposable Incontinent Pads, Incontinence pads

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Subjects list: Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Urinary incontinence
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