Role of Apamarga Mrudu Kshara Fortified Ribbon Gauze for Assessing Shodhana Effect in Post Incision and Drainage Wound – A Single Case Study

Abstract

An abscess is a collection of pus in any part of the body, in most cases it causes swelling and inflammation around it. Standard procedure for abscess management is incision and drainage which is widely practiced and considered the most effective intervention. Post incision and drainage (I&D) wound is a surgically created wound for the better healing of an abscess. Delayed or impaired wound healing is a common concern in patients after incision and drainage, hence it is essential to focus on strategies that promote straight forward and uncomplicated healing.

Based on signs and symptoms of abscess, in Ayurveda it can be correlated to Vidradhi. As per Acharya Sushruta, if Vidradhi has achieved Pakva Avastha, then the abscess cavity has to be drained and Vranavat Chikitsa has to be adopted in order to avoid complications. For Vranavat Chikitsa, Acharya Sushruta has described Shastiupakramas (60 procedures) to achieve good approximation, early healing, and minimal scarring . Among these Upakramas, Kshara plays a unique role in the management of Vrana. By fortifying sterile ribbon gauze with Kshara Jala, a dual action is achieved i.e.faster slough disintegration through the chemical cautery effect of Kshara, and enhanced absorption by the ribbon gauze, which aids in quicker drainage and healing of the abscess cavity.

Conclusion: The Shodhana effect of Apamarga Mrudu Kshara fortified ribbon gauze in post Incision & Drainage (I &D) wounds is found to be effective in all the assessment parameters.

How to cite this article:
Raghavendra, K M Sweta. Role of Apamarga
Mrudu Kshara Fortified Ribbon Gauze for
Assessing Shodhana Effect in Post-Incision and
Drainage Wound – A Single Case Study. J Adv Res
Ayur Yoga Unani Sidd Homeo. 2025;12(1&2):
26-30.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2394.6547.202506