Biobrane

Biobrane is one treatment option available to treat superficial/partial thickness scald/burn injuries.

Biobrane is a temporary skin covering which is used to aid the healing of superficial/partial thickness burn or scald injuries. It is applied to a thoroughly cleaned wound, usually under a general anaesthetic. It is a temporary dressing that remains in place for up to two weeks or until the wound underneath has healed.  It is possible the wound may have not healed within the two week period and so could require surgical intervention such as a skin graft. Biobrane helps to reduce levels of pain and discomfort for the patient, the need for painful dressing changes and may also lead to a reduction in scarring for the patient.

• Biobrane is a flexible 'temporary skin covering' used for superficial/partial thickness burns and scald injuries
• Biobrane can reduce pain/discomfort and may lead to a reduction in scarring
• Biobrane reduces painful dressing changes

Biobrane remains in place for up to 2 weeks until the wound has healed or further surgical management is required.

For more information on biobrane download Your Child's Biobrane Dressing patient information PDF.