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The use of a pure native collagen dressing for wound bed preparation prior to use of a living bi-layered skin substitute
Publication date: Available online 15 April 2015 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Naz Wahab , Martha Roman , Debashish Chakravarthy , Tammy Luttrell Management of chronic wounds in the outpatient setting is quite challenging. The extensive co-morbid medical problems of the chronically ill patient along with the complexities of the wound bed and its biochemical environment has led to a plethora of patients with poor wound healing. This ever increasing population is a challenge for the wound care practitioner and cost to the healthcare system and patient. Increased wound...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - April 16, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Clinical effectiveness of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Complex wounds
Conclusion Wound healing process was accelerated by HBO. Significant wound size reduction was noted after 5 HBO treatments. Because the biggest reduction in wound size occurred within the first 10 HBO treatments, it is important to conduct these first treatments without interruption. HBO is an effective and safe treatment modality for complex wounds. Graphical abstract (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - April 10, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Lovenox Induced Tissue Necrosis, A Case Report and Literature Review
Publication date: Available online 18 March 2015 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Abdelfatah Abou Issa , Richard Simman (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - March 19, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Sequential Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen, Synthetic Skin Substitute and Skin Grafting in the Treatment of a Refractory Vasculitic Ulcer
Publication date: Available online 6 March 2015 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Gökhan Akcali , Günalp Uzun , Abdül Kerim Yapici , Şenol Yildiz , Günalp Uzun Cutaneous leukocytoclastic vasculitis (CLCV) is a disorder characterized by the inflammation of the small vessels of the skin. CLCV may cause recurrent, drug-resistant, non-healing ulcers. Herein, we present a patient with a recalcitrant ulcer caused by CLCV, who was successfully treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and skin grafting. There is not any particular therapy/product that will heal all type of ...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - March 7, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Wound measurement techniques: Comparing the use of ruler method, 2D imaging and 3D scanner
This study consistently shows that the 3-D scanner is a more accurate, quicker, and safer method for measuring wounds. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - February 28, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Toe Necrosis, Etiologies and Management, a Case Series
We present a case series of toes necrosis which resulted from different etiologies and their management. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - January 8, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Topical Oxygen for Chronic Wounds: A Pro/Con Debate
Publication date: Available online 19 December 2014 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Mesut Mutluoglu , Aslican Cakkalkurt , Gunalp Uzun , Samil Aktas The role of oxygen in wound healing is universally accepted and does not require any further evidence; however the controversy as to whether oxygen delivery systems have the potential to improve wound healing remains to be concluded. Topical oxygen treatment (TOT) involves the delivery of 100% oxygen for a mean of 90 minutes, once a day at an atmospheric pressure slightly above 1 atm abs. The use of TOT gained increasing ...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - December 20, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Use of Topical Small Molecule Technology to Improve Patient Outcomes in the Diabetic Wound Care Setting
Publication date: Available online 5 December 2014 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Donald E. Mrdjenovich Patients were chosen at random by primary investigator based upon initial presentation with dry, cracked, and/or reddened skin, with underlying complications from compromised microvasculature. Intervention was conducted by using topical products designed to utilize small molecule technologies, with a molecular weight of fewer than 500 Da, to deliver, via topical diffusion, nutrients and antioxidants through the skin layers to address issues stemming from inadequate b...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - December 12, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Use of Topical Small Molecule Technology to Improve Patient Outcomes in the Diabetic Wound Care Setting
Publication date: Available online 5 December 2014 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists Author(s): Donald E. Mrdjenovich Patients were chosen at random by primary investigator based upon initial presentation with dry, cracked, and/or reddened skin, with underlying complications from compromised microvasculature. Intervention was conducted by using topical products designed to utilize small molecule technologies, with a molecular weight of fewer than 500 Daltons, to deliver, via topical diffusion, nutrients and antioxidants through the skin layers to address issues stemming from inadequa...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - December 6, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Ace Your Certification Exam: Biofilm-Based Wound Care
Publication date: December 2011 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists, Volume 3, Issue 4 Author(s): Jayesh Shah Dr Jayesh Shah authors this quarterly column, consisting of 5 questions with explanations, to help you practice for your exam. In this issue, the column focuses on questions about biofilm-based wound care. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Silver Nanoparticles as Real Topical Bullets for Wound Healing
This article reviews the role of silver nanoparticles in wound healing. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Drug-Hypersensitivity Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment
Publication date: December 2011 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists, Volume 3, Issue 4 Author(s): Rose L. Hamm Drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome is a systemic autoimmune disorder that results in mucocutaneous symptoms ranging in severity from mild pruritus to life-threatening skin and mucosal loss, with different nomenclature depending on the severity of the symptoms. The purpose of this article is to review the recent advances in understanding the pathology of drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome, as well as current recommendations for both medical and wound management. (Source...
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Content Validation of Terms and Definitions in a Wound Glossary
Conclusion The wound care glossary in its finalized form proved valid. An evidence-based glossary bridges the chasm of miscommunication and nonstandardization so that wound care, as an emerging specialized medical science field, can move forward to optimize both process and clinical outcomes. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Ace Your Certification Exam: Test Your Knowledge in Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine
Publication date: March 2012 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists, Volume 4, Issue 1 Author(s): Jayesh B. Shah (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research

Skin Hypersensitivity to Sun Light Due to Doxycycline Ingestion Causing Hand Partial-Thickness Burn
Publication date: March 2012 Source:Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists, Volume 4, Issue 1 Author(s): Richard Simman , David Raynolds Drugs hypersensitivity should be remembered when placing patients on any form of medications. In this case we present skin hypersensitivity to sun light due to doxycycline ingestion causing hand partial-thickness burn. (Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists)
Source: Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists - November 3, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research