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Understanding Collagen Dressings and their Benefit in Wound Care Complimentary Archived Webcast
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Paget’s Disease of the Breast Mimicking a Chronic Wound
Abstract: Paget’s disease of the breast is a rare malignancy of the nipple-areola complex and accounts for 1%–4% of all breast cancers. The disease is frequently associated with an underlying in-situ or invasive carcinoma in the breast tissue that extends to the nipple and areola. Paget’s disease is characterized clinically by eczema-like inflammatory skin changes and histologically by malignant cell infiltration in the dermis (Paget’s cells).
The Association Between Pressure Ulcers and Endothelial Dysfunction in a Cohort of Community Elderly
Abstract: Vascular disease is a known risk factor for pressure ulcer development, but the underlying mechanisms of this association are less established. The authors evaluated the relationship between endothelial function (EF) and history of pressure ulcers in a nested case-control study of community-dwelling elderly, 60 years and older. Endothelial function was measured using peripheral arterial tonometry, and persons with a history of pressure ulcers in the past 5 years (n = 7) were matched 2:1 by age and gender to controls with no history of pressure ulcers (n = 14).
An Holistic Approach to Wound Pain in Patients with Chronic Wounds
I n recent years, there has been growing evidence that the experience of living with a chronic wound has a significant impact on a patient’s quality of life.1,2 A consistent finding, particularly in the qualitative work that has been completed, is that pain is a symptom patients find particularly distressing.3–5
A recent Canadian study6 suggests that the prevalence of pain in patients with pure or mixed venous ulcers is approximately 50%, with over 50% of these using analgesia as part of their treatment. Similar figures have been reported in other studie
Diabetes and Inflammation in Infected Chronic Wounds
Acknowledgment: This study was funded in part by HSR&D, Nursing Research Initiative, Department of Veteran’s Affairs (NRI 1-005-01), Washington, DC, and National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR RO1 NR07721), Bethesda, Md.
Percutaneous Flexor Tenotomy—Office Procedure for Diabetic Toe Ulcerations
Lesser toe deformities include, but are not limited to, hammertoes, mallet toes, and claw toes.
Surgical Pearl: A Wound Dressing Tip for Venous Ulcers
Venous ulcers are the most common form of leg ulcers. Up to 80% of leg ulcers are the result of chronic venous hypertension, most commonly caused by valvular incompetence.1 When used with a foam dressing, one commonly used treatment—a multilayer compression wrap—may result in further skin damage. The authors present a method of preventing this occurrence.
A Technique To Avoid a Dog-ear Deformity On the Buttock Using a “Pigeon Head” Modification of the Rotation Flap
Chronic sacral ulcers, which develop as pressure ulcers and radiation ulcers, are a well-known clinical problem and usually require surgical treatment with gluteal fasciocutaneous (FC) flaps for closure.1,2 Recently, the superiority of gluteal perforator-based flaps in the reconstruction of sacral pressure sores has been recognized. Gluteal FC rotation flaps can still be used, especially for older patients who cannot tolerate lengthy surgeries.
Tie-over Dressing Technique Using Rubber Bands for Skin Graft
The tie-over dressing is an effective and commonly used technique for dressing skin grafts. The conventional technique that uses long silk sutures requires time and effort in securing the suture ends. Furthermore, once a conventional tie-over dressing is removed, a pressure dressing cannot be replaced on the graft. The authors have performed tie-over dressings using sterile, 5-mm wide rubber bands, which is a simple and quick method.
A Novel Technique of Vacuum-assisted Wound Closure That Functions as a Delayed Primary Closure
Contaminated midline abdominal wounds are often left open and allowed to close by secondary intention to prevent surgical site infections. Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) devices have been shown to decrease time of healing by secondary intention when compared to the prior standard of moist dressings.1 A modification of NPWT that utilizes the unique characteristics of the NPWT system to achieve a delayed primary closure while preventing surgical site infections by continuously draining the wound effluent is presented.
Limitations of Daily Living Activities in Patients With Venous Stasis Ulcers Undergoing Compression Bandaging: Problems With
Disclosure: Dr. Fife is Chief Medical Officer for Intellicure Inc. David Walker is President and CEO of Intellicure Inc.
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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