Cost-Effectiveness and Budget Impact of Topical Antimicrobial Polyhexamethylene Biguanide with a Surfactant (Betaine) on Wound Bed Preparation in Venous Leg Ulcers: An Analysis in Australia from a Community Perspective
Summary: This Australian study evaluated the cost-effectiveness and budget impact of using polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) combined with a surfactant (betaine) for wound bed preparation in venous leg ulcers. From a community healthcare perspective, the intervention was found to be cost-effective, improving healing rates while reducing overall treatment costs through faster wound bed preparation and fewer complications.
Key Highlights:
- PHMB + betaine improves wound bed preparation in VLUs
- Cost-effective with positive budget impact in community settings
- Reduces healing time and resource utilisation
- Supports broader adoption in Australian wound care pathways
Keywords: PHMB betaine, venous leg ulcer cost, wound bed preparation