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Review
A Review of the Current Trends in Chronic Wound and Scar Management
09/20/2024
Chantalle Crous, PhD; Judey Pretorius, PhD; Anél Petzer, PhD
09/20/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Empirical Studies
The Protective Effect of a New Absorbent Incontinence Design Against an Alkaline pH Challenge on the Epidermal Barrier
03/25/2024
Olga Vechter, MSc; Yana Arlouskaya, MSc; Niuosha Sanaeifar, MSc; Rüdiger Kesselmeier, PhD; Pia Beer, MSc; Janina Tiemann, PhD; Agnieszka Segiet, PhD, MD; Daniel Rabczenko, PhD; Robert Garcia, MSc; Luca Ferrandi, BSc; Hans Smola, MD
03/25/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Case Study
The Effect of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy on Psychological State and Wound Healing: A Case Report
12/14/2023
Flavia Tasmin Techera Antunes, PhD; Mariana Campos Duarte Machado; Alice Bartolomeu Garavini; Vanice Paula Ricardo Carvalho, PhD; Alessandra Hubner de Souza, PhD
12/14/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Empirical Studies
Fetal Bovine Acellular Dermal Matrix in the Management of Chronic Nonhealing Lower Extremity Wounds
11/27/2023
Alisha Oropallo, MD, FACS, FSVS, FAPWCA, FABWMS; Amit S. Rao, MD; Susan Benitez-Sanchez, MD
11/27/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Review of the Literature
Measures of Skin Turgor in Humans: A Systematic Review of the Literature
04/01/2022
Meri T. Goehring, PhD; Betsy Williams, MSLIS; Courtney Ingles-Laughlin, DPT; Sarah Benedista-Seelman, DPT; Joni Farran, DPT
Systematic review to determine if there is a consistent method to measure skin turgor in humans that is valid and reliable.
Systematic review to determine if there is a consistent method to measure skin turgor in humans that is valid and reliable.
Systematic review to determine...
04/01/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
Empirical Studies
Secondary Data Analysis of Intertrigo in Hospital and Geriatric Settings: A Comparison of Prevalence, Anatomical Locations, and Interventions
02/28/2022
Selvedina Osmancevic, MSc, BSc; Doris Eglseer, BSc, MSc; Silvia Bauer, BSc, MSc; Manuela Hoedl, BSc, MSc
Secondary data analysis of data collected from 2012 to 2016 from the Nursing Quality Measurement 2.0.
Secondary data analysis of data collected from 2012 to 2016 from the Nursing Quality Measurement 2.0.
Secondary data analysis of data...
02/28/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
Innovative Moisture Management
Using Innovative Incontinence Detection Systems to Enhance Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection Prevention Practices
11/02/2021
Michelle Muse, MSN, RN-BC
The problem of IAD leading to HAPI is widely recognized. This article describes the Hillrom WatchCare System, designed to address this problem.
The problem of IAD leading to HAPI is widely recognized. This article describes the Hillrom WatchCare System, designed to address this problem.
The problem of IAD leading to...
11/02/2021
Wound Management & Prevention

Multimedia

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WatchCare Incontinence Management for Better Outcomes
05/03/2021
This video is the first in a new series for Wound Management & Prevention that addresses the management of incontinence and moisture.
This video is the first in a new series for Wound Management & Prevention that addresses the management of incontinence and moisture.
This video is the first in a new...
05/03/2021
Wound Management & Prevention
Videos
Managing Peristomal Wounds and Mucus Fistula in a Neonate with a Transforming Powder Dressing
01/10/2024
Tammy Jensen-Lichtman, RN, BSN, CWON; Rosalyn Barnabee, BSN, WON
Rosalyn Barnabee and Tammy Jensen-Lichtman share key insights from their poster, “Utilization of Transforming Powder Dressing for Managing Peristomal Wounds and Mucus Fistula in a Neonate After Omphalocele Repair,” presented at SAWC Fall 2023...
Rosalyn Barnabee and Tammy Jensen-Lichtman share key insights from their poster, “Utilization of Transforming Powder Dressing for Managing Peristomal Wounds and Mucus Fistula in a Neonate After Omphalocele Repair,” presented at SAWC Fall 2023...
Rosalyn Barnabee and Tammy...
01/10/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Videos
A Polylactic Acid Dermal Matrix for Wound Epithelialization in Pyoderma Gangrenosum
12/12/2023
Dr. Jose Ramirez-GarciaLuna shares background and key details from his poster, “Using a Polylactic Acid Dermal Matrix for Achieving Wound Epithelialization in Patients with Pyoderma Gangrenosum,” presented at SAWC Fall 2023 in Las Vegas, NV.
Dr. Jose Ramirez-GarciaLuna shares background and key details from his poster, “Using a Polylactic Acid Dermal Matrix for Achieving Wound Epithelialization in Patients with Pyoderma Gangrenosum,” presented at SAWC Fall 2023 in Las Vegas, NV.
Dr. Jose Ramirez-GarciaLuna...
12/12/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
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SAWC Insights
The Global Mission of Wound Care: Using a Human Keratin Matrix to Improve Healing in Refractory Wounds in Zanzibar
08/15/2023
Walaya Methodius-Rayford, MD, RPVI, CWSP
Dr Walaya Methodius-Rayford discusses a global mission trip in which human keratin matrix graft was used to treat chronic wounds in Zanzibar.
Dr Walaya Methodius-Rayford discusses a global mission trip in which human keratin matrix graft was used to treat chronic wounds in Zanzibar.
Dr Walaya Methodius-Rayford...
08/15/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Dr. Alisha Oropallo
Videos
Scrub vs. Soak in Wound Hygiene
05/24/2023
Alisha Oropallo, MD, FACS, FSVS, FAPWCA, FABWMS
Dr. Alisha Oropallo, MD1 talks about her SAWC Spring 2023 poster on the benefits and differences between soaking and scrubbing wounds, done in conjunction with Dr. Amit Rao, MD1; and Jai Joshi, BS1.   1Northwell Health...
Dr. Alisha Oropallo, MD1 talks about her SAWC Spring 2023 poster on the benefits and differences between soaking and scrubbing wounds, done in conjunction with Dr. Amit Rao, MD1; and Jai Joshi, BS1.   1Northwell Health...
Dr. Alisha Oropallo,...
05/24/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
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
Authors Brenda Woodmansee and Jennifer Anderson
Videos
Medical Device–related Pressure Injury Due to Urinary Catheterization
04/13/2023
Brenda K. Woodmansee, DNP; Jennifer A. Anderson, DNP, CNL-BC
Authors Brenda Woodmansee and Jennifer Anderson walk us through their case report from WMP’s December Issue, entitled “Medical Device-related Pressure Injury Due to Urinary Catheterization.
Authors Brenda Woodmansee and Jennifer Anderson walk us through their case report from WMP’s December Issue, entitled “Medical Device-related Pressure Injury Due to Urinary Catheterization.
Authors Brenda Woodmansee and...
04/13/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
SAWC Insights
A New Protocol to Prevent Hospital-acquired Heel Pressure Injuries
11/30/2022
Lupie Bautista, MSN, RN-BC, CWOCN; Christopher Lemus, RN
A quality improvement (QIP) project was implemented to prevent heel hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) in 102 patients in a 32-bed medical-surgical orthopedic unit.
A quality improvement (QIP) project was implemented to prevent heel hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) in 102 patients in a 32-bed medical-surgical orthopedic unit.
A quality improvement (QIP)...
11/30/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
SAWC Insights
Treating Smaller Wounds with Disposable NPWT
11/16/2022
Robert J. Klein, DPM, FACFAS, CWS
Dr. Robert Klein discusses a treatment protocol including disposable mechanical negative pressure wound therapy (dNPWT) used in 3 older patients with multiple comorbidities. Patients had small to medium-sized lower extremity wounds that...
Dr. Robert Klein discusses a treatment protocol including disposable mechanical negative pressure wound therapy (dNPWT) used in 3 older patients with multiple comorbidities. Patients had small to medium-sized lower extremity wounds that...
Dr. Robert Klein discusses a...
11/16/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
SAWC Insights
How a Fish Skin Helped Heal Soft Tissue Deficits in Infected Wounds
11/09/2022
Trenton Leo, DPM; Richard Bruno, DPM, AACFAS
This study exhibited the success of rich omega-3 fatty acid fish skin xenografts in healing wounds in various compromised conditions. All 10 patients progressed to full healing of their respective wounds with fish skin grafts being used as...
This study exhibited the success of rich omega-3 fatty acid fish skin xenografts in healing wounds in various compromised conditions. All 10 patients progressed to full healing of their respective wounds with fish skin grafts being used as...
This study exhibited the success...
11/09/2022
Wound Management & Prevention
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SAWC Insights
Closing the Gap on Racial Disparities in Diagnosis of Chronic Wound Infections: the Concerning Trend Involving Skin Pigmentation and a Role for Fluorescence Imaging
10/28/2022
Jonathan Johnson, MD, MBA, CWSP
Dr. Johnson discusses the gaps in wound care for patients with diverse skin tones and the importance of performing preventative skin assessments with a high degree of suspicion.
Dr. Johnson discusses the gaps in wound care for patients with diverse skin tones and the importance of performing preventative skin assessments with a high degree of suspicion.
Dr. Johnson discusses the gaps...
10/28/2022
Wound Management & Prevention

From the Publications

Original Research
Investigating Nurses' Self-Efficacy in Pressure Injury Management Within Surgical Services
09/19/2024
Orhan Polat, RN, PhD; Ayla Yava, RN, PhD; Aynur Koyuncu, RN, PhD; Remzi Karasungur, RN, PhD
09/19/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Early Postoperative Complications of Elective Versus Emergency Stoma Creation: A Tertiary Academic Center Experience
08/27/2024
Bin Traiki Thamer, MBBS1; Fayez Aldarsouni, MBBS2; Razan AlRabah, MBBS3; Hassan Aloraini, MBBS4; Esraa Altawil, SSCPN5; Doaa Alfraidy, MBBS6, 7; Sulaiman Alshammari, MBBS1; Noura Alhassan, MBBS1; and Khayal Alkhayal, MBBS1
Bin Traiki Thamer, MBBS1; Fayez Aldarsouni, MBBS2; Razan AlRabah, MBBS3; Hassan Aloraini, MBBS4; Esraa Altawil, SSCPN5; Doaa Alfraidy, MBBS6, 7; Sulaiman Alshammari, MBBS1; Noura Alhassan, MBBS1; and Khayal Alkhayal, MBBS1
Bin Traiki Thamer, MBBS1; Fayez...
08/27/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
The Psychometric Properties of the Turkish Version of the Ostomy Self-Care Index and the Caregiver Contribution to Self-Care in Ostomy Patient Index
04/08/2024
Cahide Ayik, PhD; Merve Aliye Akyol, PhD; Dilek Özden, PhD; Deniz Cenan
04/08/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Validity and Reliability of the Foot Care Scale for Older Diabetics in Turkish Society
02/27/2024

İsmail Toygar, PhD1; Güneş Feyizoğlu, PhD, RN2; Emine Özdemir Aslan, MSc, PhD(c), RN3; İrem Gül, RN, MSc4; and Öznur Usta Yeşilbalkan, RN, PhD4

İsmail Toygar, PhD1; Güneş Feyizoğlu,...
02/27/2024
Wound Management & Prevention
Case Report
Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing for Sealing Periwound With Poor Normal Skin: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for Deep Limb Burns With Extensive Burns
05/25/2023
Taiki Kamma, MD; Yoshiaki Inoue, PhD; Junya Oshima, PhD; Yoichiro Shibuya, PhD; Kaoru Sasaki, PhD; Mitsuru Sekido, PhD
© 2023 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wound Management & Prevention or HMP Global, their...
© 2023 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved. Any views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views, policy, or position of Wound Management & Prevention or HMP Global, their...
© 2023 HMP Global. All Rights...
05/25/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Use of Disposable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in 16 Podiatry Clinic Patients with Chronic Wounds
05/25/2023
Laura Soloway, PhD, MPH; Robert J. Klein, DPM, FACFAS, CWS; Rhea Mathew, BS; Daniel J. Spangler, BS; Hadley Hudson; Christine Bongards, PhD
05/25/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Effects of PechaKucha Presentation About Prevention of Pressure Injury on Knowledge of Elderly Care Department Students: A Randomized Controlled Study
05/22/2023
Hale Turhan Damar, PhD, RN; Sueda Gür
05/22/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Textile Composition, Not Number of Layers, Impacts Interphase Pressure and Static Stiffness Index: A Pragmatic, Comparative Analysis of the In Vivo Interphase Pressure of 7 Different 2-Layer Cohesive Bandage Kits in Healthy Volunteers
05/10/2023
Albert E. Ortega, MS; Heather Hettrick, PT, PhD, CWS, AWCC, CLT-LANA, CLWT; Suzie Ehmann, PT, DPT, PhD Candidate, CWS, CWLT, CLT-LANA
05/10/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Lessons Learned: A Disruption in Care Leads to Increased Rates of Proximal Amputations
04/15/2023
Timmy Li, PhD; Carmen Wong, DPM; Nafis Ahmed, DPM; Ammar Al Rubaiay, DPM; Alisha Oropallo, MD, FACS, FSVS, FAPWCA, FABWMS; Amit S. Rao, MD; Justin Yu, MD; Gregg Landis, MD; Jai Joshi, BS
04/15/2023
Wound Management & Prevention
Original Research
Comparison of Wound Debridement Pressures With Updated Tests
04/15/2023
Stacy Fisher, DPT, DBA
04/15/2023
Wound Management & Prevention

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