[Differential therapeutic indications for the useof Xenoderm and SYSper-derm in burns and other skin defects. Commentary on the work of J. Maserova: a comparative study of several synthetic skin substitutes].

The experimental studies by Moserová yield an objective judgement of different biological and synthetic wound dressings and underline the importance of evaporation in the progression of dermal necrosis in the postburn period. Basing on the results of these findings and own experimental and clinical results recommandations are given concerning the use of Xenoderm and SYSpur-derm, both temporary skin substitutes of the GDR-production. The different indications for the application of the two materials are described.