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1 January 2009
3M Health Care's new Tegaderm Matrix Dressing is the first wound dressing to employ PHI technology for use with chronic, non-infected wounds, including diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers (stages II-IV) and venous stasis ulcers. PHI technology consists of a unique blend of cations found naturally in the body, including potassium, zinc, calcium and rubidium. The technology responds to body temperature and promotes a natural moisture balance to help chronic wounds progress toward healing.