The high prevalence of pressure injuries (LPP) in the hospital environment highlights the
importance of new and effective intervention programs in the prevention and treatment of this
injury. The use of herbal remedies has grown over the years in the health context, possibly
coupled with the perception that the consumption of natural items is synonymous with wellbeing, quality of life and longevity; In this context, medicinal plants have shown to be a
promising resource in the identification of new bioactive compounds. The objective was to
analyze the use of Aloe vera-based coverage for the healing of LPP in hospitalized patients. A
data survey was also performed through articles that show the efficacy of Aloe vera-based
herbal medicine in the healing of tissue injuries, through systematic literature review in the
electronic databases, LILACS, Medline, Web of Science. The results show the efficiency of
Aloe vera in the cooperation of the process of repair and healing of tissue injuries, due to the
presence of substances in the parenchyma of the leaves that stimulate tissue growth and cell
regeneration. Thus, it is emphasized that the Aloe vera gel has anti-inflammatory properties
promoting faster healing. We also found advantages in relation to the cost benefit, since the
Aloe vera gel has low economic cost and easy access.
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