Review

A Review of Collagen and Collagen-based Wound Dressings

VOLUME: PUBLICATION DATE: Dec 01 2008
Issue: 
12 December 2008

Abstract: Collagen is a key component of a healing wound. In this review, a general description of the wound healing process is provided focusing on collagen’s unique role. The mode of action (MoA) of collagen-based dressings is also addressed. Due to a number of potential stimuli (local tissue ischemia, bioburden, necrotic tissue, repeated trauma, etc.), wounds can stall in the inflammatory phase contributing to the chronicity of the wound. One key component of chronic wounds is an elevated level of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs).

New Topical Agents for Treatment of Partial-thickness Burns in Children: A Review of Published Outcome Studies

VOLUME: 20 PUBLICATION DATE: Nov 01 2008
Issue: 
11 November 2008

Abstract: Evidence-based choices for treating burns in children are not well defined. Skin substitutes and contemporary dressings offer potential advantages over traditional treatment with topical antimicrobial agents in treating partial-thickness burns. Newer treatment modalities may reduce morbidity, financial burdens, and scarring by accelerating healing.

Ostomy Wound Management

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.


WOUNDS News Wire

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.
This activity is sponsored by the North American Center For Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).

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
January 27, 2009

3-4 p.m. EDT
January 28, 2009

This activity is supported by an educational grant from Advanced Biohealing.
This activity is sponsored by the North American Center For Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).

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).

 

PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE (PAD) AND CRITICAL LIMB ISCHEMIA (CLI): Managing Vascular and Wound Healing Challenges with Current and Emerging Technologies
Archived Accredited Webcast with Q&A:
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Baxter Healthcare Corporation.


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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