Management of Patients With Venous Leg Ulcers
It is well documented that the prevalence of venous leg ulcers (VLUs) is increasing, coinciding with an ageing population. Accurate global prevalence of VLUs is difficult to estimate due to the range...
View ArticleWound Photography – How it Benefits Clinical Documentation
Accurate assessment and documentation of wounds is essential for developing a comprehensive plan of care. Photography now plays a key role in wound care. The use of digital photography has enhanced the...
View ArticleAccuracy of the Ankle-brachial Index in the Assessment of Arterial Perfusion...
Abstract: Background. The evaluation and treatment of heel pressure injuries are a significant and expensive sequela of the aging population. Although the workup of patients with lower extremity tissue...
View ArticleOne Doctor Exploring Wound Care on Earth and in Space
In laboratories all across the globe, scientists are uncovering new and exciting breakthroughs in the realm of wound healing. For instance, a team out of Texas is blinding bacteria to prevent their...
View ArticleNYU docs use machine learning
Lymphedema causes unsightly swelling in the arms and legs. But researchers Mei Fu and Yao Wang have an idea for catching early symptoms sooner. Researchers at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering have...
View ArticleBreaking silos: Effective wound healing means treatment across the continuum
Around 6.5 million patients in the U.S. suffer from chronic wounds, such as pressure injuries or ulcers. Treatment costs $25 billion each year, representing a sizable and growing problem. Despite the...
View ArticleLong-Term Outcome of Pediatric Traumatic Wound Repair: Suture Versus Tissue...
This project is an observational trial investigating wound cosmetic appearance after repair of traumatic skin lacerations in the head area of pediatric patients with two different approaches to skin...
View ArticleWound exudate types
BY: NANCY MORGAN, RN, BSN, MBA, WOCN, WCC, CWCMS, DWC What exactly is wound exudate? Also known as drainage, exudate is a liquid produced by the body in response to tissue damage. We want our patients’...
View ArticleWounds that won’t heal can be devastating
Carol Emanuele beat cancer. But for the last two years, the Philadelphia woman has been fighting her toughest battle yet. She has an open wound on the bottom of her foot that leaves her unable to walk...
View ArticleGene Therapy for Non-Healing Diabetic Foot Ulcers Starts Phase III Trial
Safety and Efficacy Study of VM202 in the Treatment of Chronic Non-Healing Foot Ulcers. This study will assess the safety and efficacy of using gene therapy via intramuscular injections of the calf for...
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