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Wound Infection Topic Center

Original Research
Inflammatory Markers in Diabetic Foot Infection: A Meta-Analysis
12/20/2023
Yu-Ting Wang
Le-Xuan Zhang
Yang Li
Jun Zhao
Hong-Lin Chen
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis...
12/20/2023
Wounds
From Wounds
Original Research
The Effect of a Biofilm-disrupting Wound Gel vs. a Broad-spectrum Antimicrobial Ointment on a Chronic Wound Microbiome: A Secondary Analysis Associating Clinical and Laboratory Findings
12/21/2022
Matthew F. Myntti
Patricia Stevenson
Dianne Porral
Valerie Y. Hayes
This original research study examines a previous study to decipher whether laboratory data shows a correlation between treatment using a novel biofilm-disrupting wound gel and various endpoints, concluding that a reduction in bioburden may...
This original research study examines a previous study to decipher whether laboratory data shows a correlation between treatment using a novel biofilm-disrupting wound gel and various endpoints, concluding that a reduction in bioburden may...
This original research study...
12/21/2022
Wounds
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Quiz: Confirmatory Criteria for Fracture-Related Infection
11/17/2022
What is considered confirmatory criteria for fracture-related infection?
What is considered confirmatory criteria for fracture-related infection?
What is considered confirmatory...
11/17/2022
Wound Care
Original Research
Time to Surgical Closure of Complex Infectious Wounds: A Single-center Retrospective Cohort Study
08/11/2022
Sara Yumeen
Mélissa Roy
Fatima N. Mirza
Sarah Rehou
Shahriar Shahrokhi
In this retrospective review, the authors evaluated factors that could impact time to wound closure in 47 patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections.
In this retrospective review, the authors evaluated factors that could impact time to wound closure in 47 patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections.
In this retrospective review,...
08/11/2022
Wounds
From Wounds
Case Report
Ulcerating Stasis Dermatitis of the Forearm Associated With Arteriovenous Graft and Central Vein Stenosis
08/08/2022
Diogo Andrade Guimarães
Luís Mata Ribeiro
Rui Barata
Maria Manuel Mendes
Marco Mendes
Maria Manuel Mouzinho
A 45-year-old male, resident in Angola, presented to the emergency department with an ulcer encompassing the entire left forearm. Past medical history comprised arterial hypertension and end-stage renal disease treated with hemodialysis.
A 45-year-old male, resident in Angola, presented to the emergency department with an ulcer encompassing the entire left forearm. Past medical history comprised arterial hypertension and end-stage renal disease treated with hemodialysis.
A 45-year-old male, resident in...
08/08/2022
Wounds
From Wounds
Case Report
Implant Salvage in Patients With Severe Post-Fracture Fixation Surgical Site Infection Using Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Intramedullary and Subcutaneous Antibiotic Perfusion
06/14/2022
Keisuke Shimbo
Tatsuhiko Saiki
Haruka Kawamoto
Isao Koshima
This case report details 2 patients with severe surgical site infection after below-knee fracture fixation who were treated with continuous intramedullary and subcutaneous antibiotic perfusion with negative pressure wound therapy to salvage...
This case report details 2 patients with severe surgical site infection after below-knee fracture fixation who were treated with continuous intramedullary and subcutaneous antibiotic perfusion with negative pressure wound therapy to salvage...
This case report details 2...
06/14/2022
Wounds
From Wounds
Original Research
Use of a Fluorescence Imaging Device to Detect Elevated Bacterial Loads, Enhance Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Increase Communication Across Inpatient Complex Wound Care Teams
06/10/2022
Tracey DasGupta
Laura Rashleigh
Kevin Zhou
Liz Williamson
Susan Schneider
Sukaina Muhammad
Manry Xu
Stephanie Chadwick
Kathryn Rego
Marc Jeschke
Shahriar Shahrokhi
Leslie Lam
Leda Sitartchouk
Lisa Di Prospero
This prospective implementation study at 2 hospital inpatient sites examines the effect of bedside fluorescence imaging of wounds in the detection of elevated bacterial loads and its location in/around the wound on the inpatient wound...
This prospective implementation study at 2 hospital inpatient sites examines the effect of bedside fluorescence imaging of wounds in the detection of elevated bacterial loads and its location in/around the wound on the inpatient wound...
This prospective implementation...
06/10/2022
Wounds
From Wounds
Case Series
Clinical Efficacy of Human Split-thickness Skin Allograft in Patients With Pyoderma Gangrenosum: A Case Series
05/31/2022
Angela N. Anaeme
Ariel R. Darnall
Kenneth Anaeme
The purpose of this case series was to illustrate how the use of human split-thickness allografts positively contributes to wound healing in patients with PG.
The purpose of this case series was to illustrate how the use of human split-thickness allografts positively contributes to wound healing in patients with PG.
The purpose of this case series...
05/31/2022
Wounds
From Wounds
Adding a Hypochlorous Acid Preserved Wound Cleanser to Your Inpatient Wound Care Protocol: Standardization Examples, A Case Series
Introduction: Approximately 2% of all hospitalized patients worldwide have a chronic wound, and older adult patients are at highest risk, because aging impairs the healing process.1 As ma...
05/26/2022
Evaluation of a Novel Peptide-Based Dressing on Infected Wounds with Pseudomonas aeruginosa Using a Partial Thickness Porcine Wound Model
Antimicrobial peptides are well-known for their antimicrobial and antibiofilm properties in vitro, however their efficacy in vivo is limited. 1 The goal of this study was to determine the...
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

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SAWC Insights
Preventing the Regrowth of Biofilm
01/25/2022
In this video, Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM, RCPS (Glasgow), ABMSP, discusses the key findings within this study and how the outcomes were in line with the projected data.
In this video, Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM, RCPS (Glasgow), ABMSP, discusses the key findings within this study and how the outcomes were in line with the projected data.
In this video, Matt Regulski,...
01/25/2022
Wound Care
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Videos
Diagnosis and Treatment of the Invasive Extension of Bacteria (Cellulitis) from Chronic Wounds Utilizing Point-of-Care Fluorescence Imaging
12/08/2021
Dot Weir
Charles Andersen
In this interview, Ms Weir talks with Dr Andersen regarding a poster (Diagnosis and Treatment of the Invasive Extension of Bacteria [Cellulitis] from Chronic Wounds Utilizing Point-of-Care Fluorescence Imaging) presented at SAWC.
In this interview, Ms Weir talks with Dr Andersen regarding a poster (Diagnosis and Treatment of the Invasive Extension of Bacteria [Cellulitis] from Chronic Wounds Utilizing Point-of-Care Fluorescence Imaging) presented at SAWC.
In this interview, Ms Weir talks...
12/08/2021
Wounds
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Burns and Compression: What’s the Connection?
11/30/2021
In this video, Suzie Ehmann, PT, DPT, CWS, CLT-LANA, discusses the management of burn injuries and how it can be divided into 3 phases.
In this video, Suzie Ehmann, PT, DPT, CWS, CLT-LANA, discusses the management of burn injuries and how it can be divided into 3 phases.
In this video, Suzie Ehmann, PT,...
11/30/2021
Wound Care
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SAWC Insights
Evaluation of the Biofilm Prevention and Disinfection Capabilities of Topical Wound Treatments
11/29/2021

Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasgow), ABMSP

Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasgo...
In this video, Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasgow), ABMSP, discusses his study concerning biofilm prevention and topical wound treatments, which he presented in his SAWC Fall 2021 poster abstract. 
In this video, Matt Regulski, DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasgow), ABMSP, discusses his study concerning biofilm prevention and topical wound treatments, which he presented in his SAWC Fall 2021 poster abstract. 
In this video, Matt Regulski,...
11/29/2021
Wound Care
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SAWC Insights
Continuing Research on Nitric Oxide
11/01/2021
Terry Treadwell
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses future research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses future research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS,...
11/01/2021
Wound Care
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SAWC Insights
Clinical Implications for Nitric Oxide / Plasma Energy
11/01/2021
Terry Treadwell
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses clinical implications of his research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses clinical implications of his research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS,...
11/01/2021
Wound Care
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SAWC Insights
Future Research on Infected Pacemaker/Defibrillator Wounds
11/01/2021
Terry Treadwell
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses areas of future research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS, FAAWC, discusses areas of future research on infected pacemaker/defibrillator wounds and nitric oxide/plasma energy.
Terry Treadwell, MD, FACS,...
11/01/2021
Wound Care
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The Future of Post-Acute EHR: Dr. Paul Kim Interviews DocNow Founder/CEO Dr. Kashif Saeed
06/28/2024
In this interview, Dr. Paul Kim discusses with DocNow Founder/CEO Dr. Kashif Saeed the catalyst for starting DocNow, the charting challenges in post-acute care, the technology advancements that are being made in the space, as well as the...
In this interview, Dr. Paul Kim discusses with DocNow Founder/CEO Dr. Kashif Saeed the catalyst for starting DocNow, the charting challenges in post-acute care, the technology advancements that are being made in the space, as well as the...
In this interview, Dr. Paul Kim...
06/28/2024
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06/18/2024
HealPrecisely is a start-up finding traction by rapidly adopting innovations in wound care and pioneering mobile technologies.
HealPrecisely is a start-up finding traction by rapidly adopting innovations in wound care and pioneering mobile technologies.
HealPrecisely is a start-up...
06/18/2024
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Videos
Wound Care Collaborative Community: Post-Summit Interview
06/17/2024
HMP Global’s Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Spring | Wound Healing Society (WHS) partnered with the Wound Care Collaborative Community (WCCC) to host the inaugural Driving Innovation in Wound Care Summit, addressing public policy...
HMP Global’s Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Spring | Wound Healing Society (WHS) partnered with the Wound Care Collaborative Community (WCCC) to host the inaugural Driving Innovation in Wound Care Summit, addressing public policy...
HMP Global’s Symposium on...
06/17/2024
Wounds
Lev-Tov
Videos
First Clinical Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of Tarumase for the Debridement of Venous Leg Ulcers
06/11/2024
Hadar Lev-Tov, MD
This author discusses his SAWC Spring poster.
This author discusses his SAWC Spring poster.
This author discusses his SAWC...
06/11/2024
Podiatry Today
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Videos
Synthetic Self-Assembling Peptide Matrix Promotes Healing in Three Large Recalcitrant Venous Leg Ulcers
05/22/2024
Dr. Alonso describes his case study poster (Use of an Innovative Synthetic Self-Assembling Peptide Matrix in the Treatment of Three Large Recalcitrant 20-Year-Old Venous Leg Ulcers).
Dr. Alonso describes his case study poster (Use of an Innovative Synthetic Self-Assembling Peptide Matrix in the Treatment of Three Large Recalcitrant 20-Year-Old Venous Leg Ulcers).
Dr. Alonso describes his case...
05/22/2024
Wounds
Schaum
Videos
The Facts You Need to Know About CTP Reimbursement
05/16/2024
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
Given the increased number of audits of those frequently using CTPs, and the recent release of proposed LCDs and LCAs on using CTPs for DFUs and VLUs, this SAWC Spring speaker discusses 10 major facts about CTP reimbursement.
Given the increased number of audits of those frequently using CTPs, and the recent release of proposed LCDs and LCAs on using CTPs for DFUs and VLUs, this SAWC Spring speaker discusses 10 major facts about CTP reimbursement.
Given the increased number of...
05/16/2024
Today's Wound Clinic
Judy Burbage
Videos
A Multifunctional Dressing for Effective Wound Care in Home Health
05/13/2024
Judy Burbage, RN, CWON, shares key insights from her poster, A Multifunctional Dressing for Effective Wound Care in Home Health, presented at SAWC Spring 2024.
Judy Burbage, RN, CWON, shares key insights from her poster, A Multifunctional Dressing for Effective Wound Care in Home Health, presented at SAWC Spring 2024.
Judy Burbage, RN, CWON, shares...
05/13/2024
Wound Care
Shrunjay Patel
Videos
A Novel Approach to Fifth Metatarsal Osteomyelitis
05/13/2024
Shrunjay Patel, DPM, FACFAS
This surgeon shares his recent experience with an innovative approach to limb salvage.
This surgeon shares his recent experience with an innovative approach to limb salvage.
This surgeon shares his recent...
05/13/2024
Podiatry Today
Cole
Videos
Could Continuous Topical Oxygen Help Older Patients With Radiation Tissue Necrosis?
03/11/2024

Featuring Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP

Featuring Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP ...
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses her poster.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses her poster.
This SAWC Fall speaker discusses...
03/11/2024
Podiatry Today
Schaum
Videos
How QHPs Can Tackle CTP Reimbursement Challenges
02/26/2024
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
In a changing landscape of CTP reimbursement, this SAWC Fall speaker discusses how qualified healthcare providers can stay informed and get payment.
In a changing landscape of CTP reimbursement, this SAWC Fall speaker discusses how qualified healthcare providers can stay informed and get payment.
In a changing landscape of CTP...
02/26/2024
Today's Wound Clinic

From the Publications

Original Research
Inflammatory Markers in Diabetic Foot Infection: A Meta-Analysis
12/20/2023
Yu-Ting Wang
Le-Xuan Zhang
Yang Li
Jun Zhao
Hong-Lin Chen
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis...
12/20/2023
Wounds
Original Research
The Effect of a Biofilm-disrupting Wound Gel vs. a Broad-spectrum Antimicrobial Ointment on a Chronic Wound Microbiome: A Secondary Analysis Associating Clinical and Laboratory Findings
12/21/2022
Matthew F. Myntti
Patricia Stevenson
Dianne Porral
Valerie Y. Hayes
This original research study examines a previous study to decipher whether laboratory data shows a correlation between treatment using a novel biofilm-disrupting wound gel and various endpoints, concluding that a reduction in bioburden may...
This original research study examines a previous study to decipher whether laboratory data shows a correlation between treatment using a novel biofilm-disrupting wound gel and various endpoints, concluding that a reduction in bioburden may...
This original research study...
12/21/2022
Wounds
Original Research
Time to Surgical Closure of Complex Infectious Wounds: A Single-center Retrospective Cohort Study
08/11/2022
Sara Yumeen
Mélissa Roy
Fatima N. Mirza
Sarah Rehou
Shahriar Shahrokhi
In this retrospective review, the authors evaluated factors that could impact time to wound closure in 47 patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections.
In this retrospective review, the authors evaluated factors that could impact time to wound closure in 47 patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections.
In this retrospective review,...
08/11/2022
Wounds
Case Report
Ulcerating Stasis Dermatitis of the Forearm Associated With Arteriovenous Graft and Central Vein Stenosis
08/08/2022
Diogo Andrade Guimarães
Luís Mata Ribeiro
Rui Barata
Maria Manuel Mendes
Marco Mendes
Maria Manuel Mouzinho
A 45-year-old male, resident in Angola, presented to the emergency department with an ulcer encompassing the entire left forearm. Past medical history comprised arterial hypertension and end-stage renal disease treated with hemodialysis.
A 45-year-old male, resident in Angola, presented to the emergency department with an ulcer encompassing the entire left forearm. Past medical history comprised arterial hypertension and end-stage renal disease treated with hemodialysis.
A 45-year-old male, resident in...
08/08/2022
Wounds
Case Report
Implant Salvage in Patients With Severe Post-Fracture Fixation Surgical Site Infection Using Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Intramedullary and Subcutaneous Antibiotic Perfusion
06/14/2022
Keisuke Shimbo
Tatsuhiko Saiki
Haruka Kawamoto
Isao Koshima
This case report details 2 patients with severe surgical site infection after below-knee fracture fixation who were treated with continuous intramedullary and subcutaneous antibiotic perfusion with negative pressure wound therapy to salvage...
This case report details 2 patients with severe surgical site infection after below-knee fracture fixation who were treated with continuous intramedullary and subcutaneous antibiotic perfusion with negative pressure wound therapy to salvage...
This case report details 2...
06/14/2022
Wounds
Original Research
Use of a Fluorescence Imaging Device to Detect Elevated Bacterial Loads, Enhance Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Increase Communication Across Inpatient Complex Wound Care Teams
06/10/2022
Tracey DasGupta
Laura Rashleigh
Kevin Zhou
Liz Williamson
Susan Schneider
Sukaina Muhammad
Manry Xu
Stephanie Chadwick
Kathryn Rego
Marc Jeschke
Shahriar Shahrokhi
Leslie Lam
Leda Sitartchouk
Lisa Di Prospero
This prospective implementation study at 2 hospital inpatient sites examines the effect of bedside fluorescence imaging of wounds in the detection of elevated bacterial loads and its location in/around the wound on the inpatient wound...
This prospective implementation study at 2 hospital inpatient sites examines the effect of bedside fluorescence imaging of wounds in the detection of elevated bacterial loads and its location in/around the wound on the inpatient wound...
This prospective implementation...
06/10/2022
Wounds
Case Series
Clinical Efficacy of Human Split-thickness Skin Allograft in Patients With Pyoderma Gangrenosum: A Case Series
05/31/2022
Angela N. Anaeme
Ariel R. Darnall
Kenneth Anaeme
The purpose of this case series was to illustrate how the use of human split-thickness allografts positively contributes to wound healing in patients with PG.
The purpose of this case series was to illustrate how the use of human split-thickness allografts positively contributes to wound healing in patients with PG.
The purpose of this case series...
05/31/2022
Wounds
Original Research
The Use of Fetal Bovine Collagen on Chronic Wounds Increases Limb Salvage: A Single-center Retrospective Analysis
03/01/2022
Crystal V James
Munir Patel
Scott Ellis
Michael Dudkiewicz
Alan Benvenisty
John C Lantis II
As part of a quality assurance project at a large tertiary care surgical program in New York City, the effect of debridement, NPWT, and CTPs on limb salvage was evaluated.
As part of a quality assurance project at a large tertiary care surgical program in New York City, the effect of debridement, NPWT, and CTPs on limb salvage was evaluated.
As part of a quality assurance...
03/01/2022
Wounds
Case Report
Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection of the Forearms in a Patient Using Intravenous Heroin: Case Report of Advanced Wound Management Improving Dressing Tolerance and Expediting Skin Graft
01/03/2022
Kathy Gallagher, DNP, APRN-FNP, CWS, WCC, FACCWS
Harsh Kamlesh Desai, MD
Emily C. Alberto, MD
Luis Cardenas, DO, PhD
A positive outcome in a necrotizing soft tissue infection after consultation with wound specialists.
A positive outcome in a necrotizing soft tissue infection after consultation with wound specialists.
A positive outcome in a...
01/03/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Topical Administration of an Ointment Prepared From Satureja sahendica Essential Oil Accelerated Infected Full-Thickness Wound Healing by Modulating Inflammatory Response in a Mouse Model
12/02/2021
Khaled Omarizadeh
Mohammad Reza Farahpour
Mahshid Alipour
This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of an ointment prepared from S sahendica essential oil on an infected wound model in BALB/c mice.
This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of an ointment prepared from S sahendica essential oil on an infected wound model in BALB/c mice.
This study was conducted to...
12/02/2021
Wounds
Case Series
Use of a Novel Human Keratin Matrix Improves Healing Rates in Diabetic Lower Extremity Wounds
06/26/2024
Objective: To investigate the effect of a novel human keratin matrix (HKM) on wound healing in diabetic lower extremity wounds.
Objective: To investigate the effect of a novel human keratin matrix (HKM) on wound healing in diabetic lower extremity wounds.
Objective: To investigate the...
06/26/2024
Wounds
Original Research
Inflammatory Markers in Diabetic Foot Infection: A Meta-Analysis
12/20/2023
Yu-Ting Wang
Le-Xuan Zhang
Yang Li
Jun Zhao
Hong-Lin Chen
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis was to systematically assess the function of inflammatory markers in the detection of diabetic foot infection.
The goal of the meta-analysis...
12/20/2023
Wounds
Original Research
Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane Allograft for Postoperative Wounds Following Mohs Micrographic Surgery: A Retrospective Comparative Evaluation
09/14/2023
Sadaf Moradi
Ana Ormaza
Navid Ezra
In this retrospective study, authors assessed whether treatment with dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane was associated with improved wound healing rates following Mohs micrographic surgery.
In this retrospective study, authors assessed whether treatment with dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane was associated with improved wound healing rates following Mohs micrographic surgery.
In this retrospective study,...
09/14/2023
Wounds
Case Series
Clinical Management of Nonuremic Calcific Arteriolopathy: A Report of Three Cases
09/08/2023
Laura Swoboda
The author describes 3 cases of nonuremic calcific arteriolopathy successfully managed with multimodal treatment including wound hygiene, pain management, and infection control.
The author describes 3 cases of nonuremic calcific arteriolopathy successfully managed with multimodal treatment including wound hygiene, pain management, and infection control.
The author describes 3 cases of...
09/08/2023
Wounds
Case Series
Three-Year Experience With Combined Complex Skin Repair in Patients With Extensive Burns: A Retrospective Study
09/08/2023
Xingxin Gao
Min Zhang
Dezhi Song
Jialing Wei
Yuan Lin
Yajun Wu
Chaoyi Zhong
Dehui Li
Bangde Xiang
In this case series, authors followed 7 patients with extensive burn wounds who were treated with the Meek technique, systemic application of rh growth hormone, and topical application of recombinant human epidermal growth factor.
In this case series, authors followed 7 patients with extensive burn wounds who were treated with the Meek technique, systemic application of rh growth hormone, and topical application of recombinant human epidermal growth factor.
In this case series, authors...
09/08/2023
Wounds
Original Research
Preliminary Study of Wound Oxygenation Comparing Skin Substitutes and Dressings
08/24/2023

Aubrey Woodroof, PhD, MBA1;Joshua Moote; Jim Polansky, MS2; Linwood R Haith Jr, MD, FACS, FCCM3; and William L Hickerson, MD, FACS, FABA4 

Aubrey Woodroof, PhD, MBA1;Joshua Moo...
This study aims to compare selective skin substitutes and primary dressings and evaluate their ability to transfer oxygen to the wound. 
This study aims to compare selective skin substitutes and primary dressings and evaluate their ability to transfer oxygen to the wound. 
This study aims to compare...
08/24/2023
ePlasty
Case Series
Use of the Allgöwer-Donati Suture Technique for Wound Closure Following Transmetatarsal Amputation
08/08/2023
Zachery Weyandt
Thomas Poynter
Nicolas Laco
Jonathan Towarnicki
Stephanie Coleman
In this case series, authors explore the hypothesis that the Allgöwer-Donati suture technique may improve healing rates and reduce complications in partial foot amputations.
In this case series, authors explore the hypothesis that the Allgöwer-Donati suture technique may improve healing rates and reduce complications in partial foot amputations.
In this case series, authors...
08/08/2023
Wounds
Cover Feature
Updates in PAD Diagnosis and Treatment
08/01/2023
John N. Evans, DPM, FACFAS, DABFAS
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is growing in prevalence and necessitates a lifetime of surveillance. This author discusses risk assessment, atherosclerotic vs. atherothrombotic disease, and treatment options including exercise.
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is growing in prevalence and necessitates a lifetime of surveillance. This author discusses risk assessment, atherosclerotic vs. atherothrombotic disease, and treatment options including exercise.
Peripheral arterial disease...
08/01/2023
Podiatry Today
Original Research
Foot Abscesses With No Accompanying Wound: Clinical Presentation and Pathogens
07/18/2023
Amanda L. Killeen
Katerina Grigoropoulos
Mehmet Suludere
Peter Andrew Crisologo
Lawrence A. Lavery
Authors evaluated 20 patients who presented with a foot abscess without accompanying wound to assess patient demographics, clinical presentation, and microbiology in these wounds.
Authors evaluated 20 patients who presented with a foot abscess without accompanying wound to assess patient demographics, clinical presentation, and microbiology in these wounds.
Authors evaluated 20 patients...
07/18/2023
Wounds
Case Report
A Unique Approach to Neurosurgical Wound Closure With Porcine Urinary Bladder Matrix: An Illustrative Case Series
07/07/2023
Jasmin Rahesh
Albin John
Catherine Ronaghan
In this report, authors present 2 cases of challenging neurosurgical wounds that were successfully healed using a porcine urinary bladder matrix, a non-synthetic, completely resorbable xenograft product.
In this report, authors present 2 cases of challenging neurosurgical wounds that were successfully healed using a porcine urinary bladder matrix, a non-synthetic, completely resorbable xenograft product.
In this report, authors present...
07/07/2023
Wounds

Posters

Adding a Hypochlorous Acid Preserved Wound Cleanser to Your Inpatient Wound Care Protocol: Standardization Examples, A Case Series
Introduction: Approximately 2% of all hospitalized patients worldwide have a chronic wound, and older adult patients are at highest risk, because aging impairs the healing process.1 As ma...
05/26/2022
Evaluation of a Novel Peptide-Based Dressing on Infected Wounds with Pseudomonas aeruginosa Using a Partial Thickness Porcine Wound Model
Antimicrobial peptides are well-known for their antimicrobial and antibiofilm properties in vitro, however their efficacy in vivo is limited. 1 The goal of this study was to determine the...
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
Treatment of Postoperative Wounds with Infected Implanted Hardware After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Fractures or Skeletal Stabilization with Plasma/Nitric Oxide Therapy Without Removal of the Hardware
Operative insertion of hardware has become a standard practice for the treatment of many fractures and stabilization of skeletal components following neurosurgical procedures. Unfortunate...
05/26/2022
Intact Fragmented Fish Skin Graft as Novel Approach to Filling Sinus Pilonidal Wounds: A Case Series
Introduction: To assess the feasibility of using intact fish skin graft (FSG) to heal chronic post-surgical sinus pilonidal wounds. Pilonidal disease is a common condition of the skin and...
05/26/2022
Is My Wound Infected? Use of Thermal Imaging to Assess Wound Infection
Introduction: Because the traditional signs of infection, rubor, dolor, calor, and tumor, are shared between incipient infections and aseptic inflammation, discriminating between these en...
05/26/2022
The Antibacterial Activity of a Novel Biomaterial Against Key Wound Pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Aim: The colonization of a wound by microorganisms typically occurs as a continuum extending from contamination, to colonization, and infection. The predominant microbial species observed...
05/04/2022
Aurine Tricarboxylic Acid (ATA) Disrupts DNase-Resistant Wound Biofilm Formed by Persister Clinical Isolate Bacteria
BACKGROUND: Biofilms represent a major threat to health care, and it is a clinical challenge to manage infected wounds resistant to antibiotic. Persistent bacterial phenotypes such as sma...
08/19/2021
Microbiology and Outcomes of Pedal Abscesses with No Wounds
Objective: There is very little published concerning pedal infections without associated wounds in adults. The objective is to report the microbiology and outcomes of a cohort of 16 patie...
08/19/2021
Hypochlorous Acid Solution* for Wound Bed Preparation in the Surgical and Nonsurgical Patient
The use of hypochlorous acid (HOCL) in the preparation of the wound bed has become an increasingly well-accepted practice.  Several guidelines have indicated that HOCL cleansers have the ...
08/19/2021
Poster
Traumatic, Full-Thickness Wounds: How an Advanced Dressing Can Help
11/10/2023

Shannon Solley, Associate Editor, WoundSource

Shannon Solley, Associate Editor, Wou...
A recent case presented in a poster at SAWC emphasizes the unique nature of traumatic, full-thickness wounds. Full-thickness wounds due to trauma, especially those left out to the open for extended periods, are not only at risk of...
A recent case presented in a poster at SAWC emphasizes the unique nature of traumatic, full-thickness wounds. Full-thickness wounds due to trauma, especially those left out to the open for extended periods, are not only at risk of...
A recent case presented in a...
11/10/2023
Wound Care
Videos
Effects of a Novel Non-Biologic Desiccant to Remove Dermatophytes Using a Deep Partial Thickness Wound Porcine Model
05/19/2023
Joel Gil walks us through his SAWC poster with Alexander Higa, MA; Michael Solis, MBA; Steven Kavros, DPM, MAPWCA, FACCWS; and Stephen Davis, BS
Joel Gil walks us through his SAWC poster with Alexander Higa, MA; Michael Solis, MBA; Steven Kavros, DPM, MAPWCA, FACCWS; and Stephen Davis, BS
Joel Gil walks us through his...
05/19/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
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SAWC Insights
Lower Extremity Burn Wound Healing in Patients with Diabetes
10/25/2022

Kirra Fedyszyn, Associate Digital Editor

Kirra Fedyszyn, Associate Digital Edi...
A poster presented at SAWC Fall summarizes a study on burn wound healing among patients with diabetes to examine how different A1c levels correlate with complications and prolonged healing.
A poster presented at SAWC Fall summarizes a study on burn wound healing among patients with diabetes to examine how different A1c levels correlate with complications and prolonged healing.
A poster presented at SAWC Fall...
10/25/2022
Wound Care
Use of a novel synthetic guided wound closure matrix for difficult to heal wounds
Introduction: There have been many cellular tissue products introduced into wound care throughout the years. Current technologies have either been very similar or have approached wounds i...
05/26/2022
Use of an Elastomeric Skin Protectant on Periwound Skin Reduces Pain and Itchiness: A 10 Patient Survey
Introduction: Fragile periwound skin is prone to breakdown and can contribute to patient discomfort during care.1,2 As periwound skin health can contribute to wound integrity and patient ...
05/26/2022
Using a Novel Breathable Silicone Gel in Stomal and Peristomal Skin Management
Background: Ostomy accessory items such as hydrocolloid pastes, barrier strips and rings are commonly used in both prevention and management of peristomal skin alterations caused by abdom...
05/26/2022
Empowering Patients to Manage Their Own Recurrent MRSA Ulcers - An Innovative, Effective Solution
Introduction: Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) often causes painful, inflamed, deep, narrow ulcers. Due to COVID-19, face-to-face wound management has been limited. And,...
05/26/2022
Enteric Fistula Management Decision Making Framework
Introduction: Enteric fistulas and poorly sited ostomies can challenge patients and providers on multiple fronts. Caring for adjacent wounds, controlling effluent, preventing leaks, and m...
05/26/2022
Home Health and Wound Clinics; A Complicated Relationship
Intro: Dedicated, brick and mortar wound clinics have been a part of the specialty provider landscape for more than two decades (Shah, 2011). The reality that wound clinics may rely heavi...
05/26/2022
Infrared Thermal Imaging: A New Paradigm for Wound Care
Introduction: Wound care remains an unmet challenge, as over 8 million people in North America alone live with a chronic wound. Infrared thermal imaging (IRT) is a non-invasive imaging te...
05/26/2022

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Advances In Theragnostic Wound Imaging
08/07/2020
Sharing insights from her experience and findings from recent studies, Dr. Cole discusses the potential of portable point-of-care wound imaging devices that may provide clinicians with a closer look at tissue oxygenation, microvasculature,...
Sharing insights from her experience and findings from recent studies, Dr. Cole discusses the potential of portable point-of-care wound imaging devices that may provide clinicians with a closer look at tissue oxygenation, microvasculature,...
Sharing insights from her...
08/07/2020
Podiatry Today
Blog
Emerging Insights On The Diagnostic Benefits Of Fluorescence Imaging In Wound Care
02/08/2019
Barbara Aung DPM
We are in an age when we have a handheld device that can give us real-time information whether a wound has bacteria that is preventing healing. Fluorescence imaging is the visualization of fluorescent dyes or proteins as labels for...
We are in an age when we have a handheld device that can give us real-time information whether a wound has bacteria that is preventing healing. Fluorescence imaging is the visualization of fluorescent dyes or proteins as labels for...
We are in an age when we have a...
02/08/2019
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