Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology (Jan 2016)

Advances in diaper technology

  • Sahana M Srinivas,
  • Sandipan Dhar

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/2319-7250.179412
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 17, no. 2
pp. 83 – 86

Abstract

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Diapering practices vary among different countries from the use of cloth diapers to the modern disposable diaper. In the last few decades, diaper technology has advanced significantly thus decreasing the prevalence of diaper dermatitis. Recent innovative techniques used in the manufacturing of diapers include incorporation of superabsorbent polymer gel that can absorb 30 times its weight in liquid. Recently, smart diapers have been developed which not only prevents diaper dermatitis but significantly has reduced the burden on parents. This article reviews how changes in disposable diaper technology have improved diapering practices.

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