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Alligator derived hyaluronic acid quells the inflammatory phase of wound healing through a dual interaction with the host and the microbiome

Introduction: Although several antimicrobials have been used in advanced wound care products such as silver and PHMB, toxicology and wound healing studies have shown that high levels of t...

05/26/2022

Determination of the Debridement Effects of an Enzymatic Hydrogel on Deep Dermal Wounds using a Porcine Model

Establishing and maintaining a pathogen-free environment of acute and chronic wounds is vital for optimum healing.1-4 One of the first steps in preventing biofilm consists of debriding th...

05/26/2022

Another One Bites the Dust: Evaluating the Proteomics Response of Methicillin-Susceptible vs. Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (USA-300 MSSA/MRSA) to a Novel Antimicrobial EPC-373K vs. Beta-Lactam Antibiotics

Introduction: Staphylococcus aureus is a highly virulent, antimicrobial-resistant bacterial pathogen responsible for nosocomial and community-acquired infections with a high prevalence in...

05/26/2022

Development of Peptide-Based Wound Dressings for Prevention and Management of Infected Wounds

Reported here is the development of peptide-based wound dressings, a polyurethane foam dressing and a collagen dressing substrate both containing host defense peptides (HDPs)1-2 as active...

05/26/2022

Assessing the Antimicrobial Performance of a Novel Non-Woven PHMB Dressing, Over a 21-Day Period

Introduction: A new, high gelling fibre dressing combining Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) and polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) has been developed for use on acute and chronic wounds. The...

05/26/2022

Don’t Stop Me Now: Investigating the Influence of Novel Antimicrobial EPC-373K on Keratinocyte Migration In-Vitro

Introduction: Public health concerns over antibiotic-resistant pathogens has spurred the development of non-traditional antimicrobials. These non-traditional antimicrobials offer advantag...

05/26/2022

Assessing the Pressure Ulcer Prevention Properties of a Silicone Foam Dressing

Introduction: Pressure ulcers are a common chronic wound defined as “localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence, as a result of pressure, or pres...

05/26/2022

Incidence and Impact of Surgical Site Infections on Length of Stay and Cost of Care

Introduction: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are associated with increased morbidity and mortality; however, current incidence rates of SSIs across procedures and their impact on healthc...

05/26/2022

Meta-analysis of Closed Incision Negative Pressure Therapy Versus Standard of Care Over Knee And Hip Arthroplasty Closed Surgical Incisions in the Prevention of Surgical Site Complications

Introduction: Closed incision negative pressure therapy (ciNPT)* is an effective method of managing and protecting the postoperative surgical site. Previous meta-analyses have shown that ...

05/26/2022

Meta-Analysis to Compare Outcomes of Two Different Negative Pressure Therapy Systems for Closed Incision Management in Knee and Hip Arthroplasty

Introduction: Closed incision negative pressure therapy (ciNPT) to aid in the reduction of incisional risks have been incorporated into the practice of diverse surgical specialties.1-6 Co...

05/26/2022

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