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Original Research
The Effects of Topical and Systemic Beta Glucan Administration on Wound Healing Impaired by Corticosteroids
Abstract: Background. Corticosteroid hormones are widely used to treat a variety of diseases. Corticosteriods have been shown to impair wound healing, which has become a serious clinical problem in wound care. The present study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of topical and systemic beta glucan administration on wound healing impaired by corticosteroids. Methods. Wistar albino rats were used for the incision and excision wound models.
Efficiency of Therapeutic Ultrasound for Healing Venous Leg Ulcers in Surgically-treated Patients
Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of therapeutic ultrasound (US) for healing of venous leg ulcers in surgically treated patients. Study endpoints were the number of completely healed wounds and the clinical parameters predicting the outcome. Seventy patients with venous leg ulcers were included in this study, and ultimately allocated into two comparative groups. Group A consisted of 33 patients (21 women, 12 men). They were treated with the US, compression stockings, and drug therapy. Group B (control) consisted of 37 patients (22 women, 15 men).
Understanding Pain and Quality of Life for Patients With Chronic Venous Ulcers
Abstract: Aim. To identify the impact of pain on quality of life (QOL) of patients with chronic venous ulcers. Methods. A cross-sectional study was performed on 40 outpatients with chronic venous ulcers who were recruited at one outpatient care center in São Paulo, Brazil. WHOQOL-Bref was used to assess QOL, the McGill Pain Questionnaire-Short Form (MPQ) to identify pain characteristics, and an 11-point numerical pain rating scale to measure pain intensity. Kruskall-Wallis or ANOVA test, with post-hoc correction (Tukey test) was applied to compare groups.
Comparison of Two Silver Dressings for Wound Management in Pediatric Burns
Abstract: Purpose. Silver wound dressings are widely used in the treatment of burns. Dressings differ in material characteristics, various antimicrobial activities, and ease of use. The purpose of this study was to evaluate both dressing performance and amount of pain during the dressing changes of 2 silver dressings Urgotul SSD® (Laboratoires Urgo, Chenove, France), and Contreet Ag® (Coloplast, Minneapolis, MN) in children. Methods. A retrospective cohort study was performed with 2 groups of 20 burns treated with Urgotul SSD and Contreet Ag until the wounds were healed or grafted.
Patient Satisfaction With a Tissue Adhesive in Preauricular Fistulectomy
Address correspondence to:
Dong-Hee Lee, MD
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Uijeongbu, St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea
#65-1 Gumoh-dong, Uijeongbu City, Gyeonggi-do
480-717, Korea
Phone: 82-31-820-3564
E-mail: leedh0814@catholic.ac.kr
Quantitation of Bacteria in Clean, Nonhealing, Chronic Wounds
Address correspondence to:
George T. Rodeheaver, PhD
Plastic Surgery Research
University of Virginia Health System
Box 801351
Charlottesville, VA 22908-1351
Phone: 434-924-2126
E-mail: grt3s@virginia.edu
A Comparison of Three Silver-containing Dressings in the Treatment of Infected, Chronic Wounds
Address correspondence to:
Jose Verdu, PhD
University of Alicante
Ap. De Correos, 99
03080, Alicante
Spain
Phone: 0034 64 997 8317
E-mail: pepe.verdu@ua.es
Effect of Hyaluronic Acid-carboxymethylcellulose Adhesion Barrier on Wound Healing: An Experimental Study
Address correspondence to:
Erdinc Kamer, MD
Department of Surgery
Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
1834 sk. No: 9/4, 35530
Karsiyaka, Izmir
Turkey
E-mail: erdinc.kamer@gmail.com
Phone: 0090 232 244 4444
Instrumental Evaluation of the Protective Effects of a Barrier Film on Surrounding Skin in Chronic Wounds
Abstract: Objective. This study investigated the effects of Cavilon® No Sting Barrier Film ([NSBF], 3M Healthcare, St. Paul, Minn) on skin surrounding chronic wounds by means of monitoring transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Methods. Forty patients were examined; 20 patients had pressure ulcers and the other 20 patients had venous leg ulcers. The patients were divided into 2 groups, the first group (treatment group) was treated with NSBF and the second group (control group) was treated with zinc oxide ointment applied to surrounding skin.
Mycologic Evaluations in Chronic Leg Ulcers
Abstract: Background. Thus far, the role of fungi in superinfection of chronic leg ulcers has been poorly studied. Many articles are based on either a small number of patients or single cases. Furthermore, the study conclusions are conflicting. Objective. The objective of this study was to evaluate the percentage of mycotic superinfections and their clinical importance in chronic leg ulcers. Methods. A group of 149 consecutive patients without diabetes was subjected to mycologic examination of the ulcers. Two specimens were obtained from each ulcer. Results.
Press Release
ConvaTec and Boehringer Technologies Announce License Agreement
ConvaTec Acquires Exclusive Worldwide Rights for a Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System
SKILLMAN, NJ (December 18, 2008) — ConvaTec, a world-leading developer and marketer of innovative medical technologies for community and hospital care, announced today it has signed a long-term global exclusive license agreement with Boehringer Technologies to market and distribute Boehringer’s Engenex® Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System incorporating Bio-Dome™ Interface Technology.
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CME Showcase
"Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy"
Upcoming Accredited Webcast Release Date: December 22, 2008 Expiration Date: December 22, 2009 This activity is supported by an educational grant from PamLabs. To register for this Webcast, visit www.naccme.com/program/n-558/ |
"Current Concepts In Healing Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcerations"
Upcoming Live Accredited Webcast with Q&A Noon to 1 p.m. EDT January 20, 2009 Rebroadcasts 7:30-8:30 p.m. EDT 3-4 p.m. EDT This activity is supported by an educational grant from Advanced Biohealing. To register for this Webcast, visit www.naccme.com/program/n-550/ |
| MRSA And Diabetic Foot Wounds: Where Do We Go From Here? Accredited Webcast Archive Version available now. This activity is supported by an educational grant from Pfizer. This activity is sponsored by the North American Center For Continuing Medical Education (NACCME). |
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PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE (PAD) AND CRITICAL LIMB ISCHEMIA (CLI): Managing Vascular and Wound Healing Challenges with Current and Emerging Technologies Maintenance Debridement: A New Look at Science and Art Accredited Webcast with Q&A: November 17, 2008 at 3:00pm EST This activity is supported by an educational grant from HealthPoint Ltd. |
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