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Surgical Wounds Topic Center

Case Series
03/06/2025
Sreevathsa M. Ramachar, MS; Nishan Shetty, MBBS; Chaitra D.Y., MBBS
Atypical mycobacterial infections pose a diagnostic challenge in surgical site infections, necessitating early suspicion and multimodal management for optimal patient outcomes.
Atypical mycobacterial infections pose a diagnostic challenge in surgical site infections, necessitating early suspicion and multimodal management for optimal patient outcomes.
Atypical mycobacterial...
03/06/2025
Wounds
Original Research
09/14/2023
Ana Ormaza; Navid Ezra; Sadaf Moradi
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
08/08/2023
Jonathan Towarnicki, DPM; Stephanie Coleman; Nicolas Laco, DPM; Thomas Poynter; Zachery Weyandt
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
Case Series
06/16/2023
Thea Price, MD
In this retrospective case series, patients with chronic and complex wounds of various etiologies were treated with the synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix to assess its utility in the management of these wound types.
In this retrospective case series, patients with chronic and complex wounds of various etiologies were treated with the synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix to assess its utility in the management of these wound types.
In this retrospective case...
06/16/2023
Wounds
Case Series
06/01/2023
Christopher E. Attinger, MD; Samuel S. Huffman; Aleek L. Aintablian; Karen Lou Kennedy-Evans, RN, FNP, APRN-BC; John D. Bovill; Romina Deldar; Lauren E. Berger; JiMin Ko; Daisy L. Spoer; Cameron M. Akbari
The authors conducted a retrospective review of patients who had undergone lower extremity limb salvage procedures within 30 days of a COVID-19 diagnosis and examined the impact on mortality rates.
The authors conducted a retrospective review of patients who had undergone lower extremity limb salvage procedures within 30 days of a COVID-19 diagnosis and examined the impact on mortality rates.
The authors conducted a...
06/01/2023
Wounds
Original Research
06/01/2023
Emily Stefanski; Erik E. Haniuk, DPM; Arun Karwal, DPM
A retrospective review of healing outcomes between patients who received layered closure alone vs. layered closure with use of a device for assisted closure (DAC) found that DAC use resulted in an 80% reduction in dehiscence rates following...
A retrospective review of healing outcomes between patients who received layered closure alone vs. layered closure with use of a device for assisted closure (DAC) found that DAC use resulted in an 80% reduction in dehiscence rates following...
A retrospective review of...
06/01/2023
Wounds
Consensus Statements
05/15/2023
Paul J. Kim, DPM, MS, FACFAS; Luis G. Fernández; Marc R. Matthews, MD, FACS, MS
The authors present their consensus opinion on the use of a synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix for the management of open wounds.
The authors present their consensus opinion on the use of a synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix for the management of open wounds.
The authors present their...
05/15/2023
Wounds
Case Series
03/31/2023
Duane J. Ehredt, Jr.; Matthew M. Reiner; Brennan K. Reardon, DPM; Lauren Lindsay Schnack, DPM, MS, AACFAS, FACPM, DABPM
This case series reports on the outcomes of a minimally invasive technique for offloading of the hallux in 5 patients with recalcitrant hallux ulcerations.
This case series reports on the outcomes of a minimally invasive technique for offloading of the hallux in 5 patients with recalcitrant hallux ulcerations.
This case series reports on the...
03/31/2023
Wounds
Case Report
03/15/2023
Morad Peyravi; Keyvan Mostofi
The authors of this article report on 2 patients who presented with noninfectious fistulization within 2 years of the implantation of a lumbar interlaminar device.
The authors of this article report on 2 patients who presented with noninfectious fistulization within 2 years of the implantation of a lumbar interlaminar device.
The authors of this article...
03/15/2023
Wounds
Original Research
02/23/2023
Stephanie E. Shin; Kirsten S. Linnartz; Daisy L. Spoer; Christopher E. Attinger, MD; Zoë K. Haffner; Karen Lou Kennedy-Evans, RN, FNP, APRN-BC; Kevin G. Kim
The authors of this retrospective study examined albumin and prealbumin as biomarkers for postoperative complications following major lower extremity amputations.
The authors of this retrospective study examined albumin and prealbumin as biomarkers for postoperative complications following major lower extremity amputations.
The authors of this...
02/23/2023
Wounds
Case Series
02/16/2023
Sara Saltarocchi; Fabio Miraldi; Emmanouela Chourda; Mizar D'Abramo; Wael Saade
The authors retrospectively analyzed the records of 34 patients with deep sternal wound infections who were treated with either closed catheter irrigation or vacuum-assisted wound closure with irrigation.
The authors retrospectively analyzed the records of 34 patients with deep sternal wound infections who were treated with either closed catheter irrigation or vacuum-assisted wound closure with irrigation.
The authors retrospectively...
02/16/2023
Wounds

Multimedia

How-To Demonstration
06/20/2022
In this video, John C. Lantis II, MD, demonstrates how to perform surgical debridement with a scalpel as well as addresses when it is and is not appropriate to surgically debride and how to control bleeding the clinician may encounter. 
In this video, John C. Lantis II, MD, demonstrates how to perform surgical debridement with a scalpel as well as addresses when it is and is not appropriate to surgically debride and how to control bleeding the clinician may encounter. 
In this video, John C. Lantis...
06/20/2022
Wounds
Hydrosurgical Debridement
Expert Insights
08/02/2021
Munir Patel, MD
This Expert Insight video features an explanation of hydrosurgical debridement, a form of debridement, use in wound care by Dr. Munir Patel.
This Expert Insight video features an explanation of hydrosurgical debridement, a form of debridement, use in wound care by Dr. Munir Patel.
This Expert Insight video...
08/02/2021
Wounds
Clinical Cases
02/20/2020
A technique was developed that utilized full-thickness resection of the scalp, skull, and partial-thickness of the skull.
A technique was developed that utilized full-thickness resection of the scalp, skull, and partial-thickness of the skull.
A technique was developed that...
02/20/2020
Wounds
Clinical Cases
01/08/2019
In this case presentation, the clinician sought a treatment option that would close a complex wound and salvage the limb through the use of a fetal bovine dermal matrix and negative pressure wound therapy.
In this case presentation, the clinician sought a treatment option that would close a complex wound and salvage the limb through the use of a fetal bovine dermal matrix and negative pressure wound therapy.
In this case presentation, the...
01/08/2019
Wounds
Viewpoints
02/10/2026
Jim McDannald, DPM
In this part of a recent interview with Jim McDannald, DPM, of Podiatry Growth, he shares how he sees practices adapting in light of regulatory changes, and what he predicts for those that do not find a way to do so.
In this part of a recent interview with Jim McDannald, DPM, of Podiatry Growth, he shares how he sees practices adapting in light of regulatory changes, and what he predicts for those that do not find a way to do so.
In this part of a recent...
02/10/2026
Wounds
Analysis
02/06/2026
Jim McDannald, DPM
Jim McDannald, DPM, explains why practices overly dependent on a single payer or procedure are most vulnerable to reimbursement shifts—and how diversification, smart marketing, and building true profit centers can stabilize growth during...
Jim McDannald, DPM, explains why practices overly dependent on a single payer or procedure are most vulnerable to reimbursement shifts—and how diversification, smart marketing, and building true profit centers can stabilize growth during...
Jim McDannald, DPM, explains why...
02/06/2026
Wounds
CTP News Desk hero image
Viewpoints
01/30/2026
Caroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHM
Noting an increase in audits, Dr. Fife advises clinicians on a prudent product selection process and how to avoid being audited.
Noting an increase in audits, Dr. Fife advises clinicians on a prudent product selection process and how to avoid being audited.
Noting an increase in audits,...
01/30/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/22/2026
Caroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHM
As reimbursement for CTPs changes, Dr. Fife explores the advantages of less expensive human tissue products and medical devices.
As reimbursement for CTPs changes, Dr. Fife explores the advantages of less expensive human tissue products and medical devices.
As reimbursement for CTPs...
01/22/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/15/2026
Alton R. Johnson, Jr., DPM, DABPM, FACPM, FASPS, CWSP
Finalized CMS pricing and regulatory changes for cellular and tissue-based products (CTPs) are expected to significantly alter where—and how—wound care is delivered. In this interview, Alton R. Johnson, Jr., DPM, explains why private...
Finalized CMS pricing and regulatory changes for cellular and tissue-based products (CTPs) are expected to significantly alter where—and how—wound care is delivered. In this interview, Alton R. Johnson, Jr., DPM, explains why private...
Finalized CMS pricing and...
01/15/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/14/2026
Chris Boodoo, MSc; Karen Cross, MD, PhD
In this video discussion, Chris Boodoo, MSc, and Karen Cross, MD, PhD, discuss how technology companies keep up with the uncertainty surrounding cellular- and tissue-based products (CTPs).
In this video discussion, Chris Boodoo, MSc, and Karen Cross, MD, PhD, discuss how technology companies keep up with the uncertainty surrounding cellular- and tissue-based products (CTPs).
In this video discussion, Chris...
01/14/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/13/2026
Caroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHM
As Dr. Fife notes, reduced margins may challenge home-based care previously supported by higher product profits; however, low-cost products can still yield margins, especially for large wounds,
As Dr. Fife notes, reduced margins may challenge home-based care previously supported by higher product profits; however, low-cost products can still yield margins, especially for large wounds,
As Dr. Fife notes, reduced...
01/13/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/12/2026
Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BA; Ryan P. Dirks, PA-C
With tightening skin substitute reimbursement and increasing regulatory scrutiny, many are questioning whether mobile wound care remains sustainable. Drawing on real-world experience, this discussion reframes sustainability as a...
With tightening skin substitute reimbursement and increasing regulatory scrutiny, many are questioning whether mobile wound care remains sustainable. Drawing on real-world experience, this discussion reframes sustainability as a...
With tightening skin substitute...
01/12/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/09/2026
Zwelithini Tunyiswa; Ryan P. Dirks, PA-C
In Part 2 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research confront the emotional and operational fallout of intensified fraud, waste, and abuse scrutiny in wound care—particularly as it relates...
In Part 2 of this interview series, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, BS, and Ryan Dirks, PA-C, of Open Wound Research confront the emotional and operational fallout of intensified fraud, waste, and abuse scrutiny in wound care—particularly as it relates...
In Part 2 of this...
01/09/2026
Wounds
Viewpoints
01/08/2026
Caroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHM
Dr. Fife discusses the effects of CTP changes on hospital-based, mobile clinicians, skilled nursing and other settings, also touching on considerations with product handling.
Dr. Fife discusses the effects of CTP changes on hospital-based, mobile clinicians, skilled nursing and other settings, also touching on considerations with product handling.
Dr. Fife discusses the effects...
01/08/2026
Wounds

From the Publications

Case Series
03/06/2025
Sreevathsa M. Ramachar, MS; Nishan Shetty, MBBS; Chaitra D.Y., MBBS
Atypical mycobacterial infections pose a diagnostic challenge in surgical site infections, necessitating early suspicion and multimodal management for optimal patient outcomes.
Atypical mycobacterial infections pose a diagnostic challenge in surgical site infections, necessitating early suspicion and multimodal management for optimal patient outcomes.
Atypical mycobacterial...
03/06/2025
Wounds
Original Research
09/14/2023
Ana Ormaza; Navid Ezra; Sadaf Moradi
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
08/08/2023
Jonathan Towarnicki, DPM; Stephanie Coleman; Nicolas Laco, DPM; Thomas Poynter; Zachery Weyandt
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
Case Series
06/16/2023
Thea Price, MD
In this retrospective case series, patients with chronic and complex wounds of various etiologies were treated with the synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix to assess its utility in the management of these wound types.
In this retrospective case series, patients with chronic and complex wounds of various etiologies were treated with the synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix to assess its utility in the management of these wound types.
In this retrospective case...
06/16/2023
Wounds
Original Research
06/01/2023
Emily Stefanski; Erik E. Haniuk, DPM; Arun Karwal, DPM
A retrospective review of healing outcomes between patients who received layered closure alone vs. layered closure with use of a device for assisted closure (DAC) found that DAC use resulted in an 80% reduction in dehiscence rates following...
A retrospective review of healing outcomes between patients who received layered closure alone vs. layered closure with use of a device for assisted closure (DAC) found that DAC use resulted in an 80% reduction in dehiscence rates following...
A retrospective review of...
06/01/2023
Wounds
Case Series
06/01/2023
Christopher E. Attinger, MD; Samuel S. Huffman; Aleek L. Aintablian; Karen Lou Kennedy-Evans, RN, FNP, APRN-BC; John D. Bovill; Romina Deldar; Lauren E. Berger; JiMin Ko; Daisy L. Spoer; Cameron M. Akbari
The authors conducted a retrospective review of patients who had undergone lower extremity limb salvage procedures within 30 days of a COVID-19 diagnosis and examined the impact on mortality rates.
The authors conducted a retrospective review of patients who had undergone lower extremity limb salvage procedures within 30 days of a COVID-19 diagnosis and examined the impact on mortality rates.
The authors conducted a...
06/01/2023
Wounds
Case Series
03/31/2023
Duane J. Ehredt, Jr.; Matthew M. Reiner; Brennan K. Reardon, DPM; Lauren Lindsay Schnack, DPM, MS, AACFAS, FACPM, DABPM
This case series reports on the outcomes of a minimally invasive technique for offloading of the hallux in 5 patients with recalcitrant hallux ulcerations.
This case series reports on the outcomes of a minimally invasive technique for offloading of the hallux in 5 patients with recalcitrant hallux ulcerations.
This case series reports on the...
03/31/2023
Wounds
Case Report
03/15/2023
Morad Peyravi; Keyvan Mostofi
The authors of this article report on 2 patients who presented with noninfectious fistulization within 2 years of the implantation of a lumbar interlaminar device.
The authors of this article report on 2 patients who presented with noninfectious fistulization within 2 years of the implantation of a lumbar interlaminar device.
The authors of this article...
03/15/2023
Wounds
Original Research
02/23/2023
Stephanie E. Shin; Kirsten S. Linnartz; Daisy L. Spoer; Christopher E. Attinger, MD; Zoë K. Haffner; Karen Lou Kennedy-Evans, RN, FNP, APRN-BC; Kevin G. Kim
The authors of this retrospective study examined albumin and prealbumin as biomarkers for postoperative complications following major lower extremity amputations.
The authors of this retrospective study examined albumin and prealbumin as biomarkers for postoperative complications following major lower extremity amputations.
The authors of this...
02/23/2023
Wounds
Case Series
02/16/2023
Sara Saltarocchi; Fabio Miraldi; Emmanouela Chourda; Mizar D'Abramo; Wael Saade
The authors retrospectively analyzed the records of 34 patients with deep sternal wound infections who were treated with either closed catheter irrigation or vacuum-assisted wound closure with irrigation.
The authors retrospectively analyzed the records of 34 patients with deep sternal wound infections who were treated with either closed catheter irrigation or vacuum-assisted wound closure with irrigation.
The authors retrospectively...
02/16/2023
Wounds
Case Report
02/06/2026
This case report describes a novel approach combining longitudinal slit incisions of the Achilles tendon with negative pressure wound therapy to promote granulation tissue formation and enable successful skin grafting over an exposed tendon...
This case report describes a novel approach combining longitudinal slit incisions of the Achilles tendon with negative pressure wound therapy to promote granulation tissue formation and enable successful skin grafting over an exposed tendon...
This case report describes a...
02/06/2026
Wounds
Case Report
01/28/2026
Francisco Javier Ramírez-Fernández, MD; Isidro Velázquez-Jacobo, MD; Adriana Lozano-Platonoff, MD; Monica Navarrete-Martínez, MD; José Contreras-Ruiz, MD
This case report discusses region-specific reconstruction of complex foot trauma using plantar-to-plantar punch grafting to provide durable, glabrous coverage.
This case report discusses region-specific reconstruction of complex foot trauma using plantar-to-plantar punch grafting to provide durable, glabrous coverage.
This case report discusses...
01/28/2026
Wounds
Original Research
12/18/2025
Stephanie Constable, BSN, RN, CWOCN; Jacquelyn Bergo, MBA, MSN, RN, PHN, CCRN; Sarah Tuttle, BSc; Jennifer Jane Gale, BA
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician...
12/18/2025
Wounds
Clinical Trial Protocol
12/11/2025
Windy Cole, DPM; Marissa Carter, PhD; Caroline Fife, MD; Marissa Docter, MD, BSN, RN
This trial protocol describes a pragmatic hybrid real-world evidence design assessing trilayer versus single-layer amniotic grafts for diabetic and venous leg ulcers.
This trial protocol describes a pragmatic hybrid real-world evidence design assessing trilayer versus single-layer amniotic grafts for diabetic and venous leg ulcers.
This trial protocol describes a...
12/11/2025
Wounds
Original Research
12/09/2025
Elvis Castillo-Garcia, MD
This study assesses a novel finger-mounted debridement tool's usability, patient tolerability, and wound accessibility in managing chronic nonhealing wounds.
This study assesses a novel finger-mounted debridement tool's usability, patient tolerability, and wound accessibility in managing chronic nonhealing wounds.
This study assesses a novel...
12/09/2025
Wounds
Original Research
12/04/2025
Ryan P. Lin, MD; Danny S. Chamaa, MS; Sami Ferdousian, MS; Rachel N. Rohrich, BS; Isabel Snee, BS; Richard C. Youn, MD; Karen K. Evans, MD; Christopher E. Attinger, MD
This study evaluates long-term pain, psychological well-being, resilience, and functional outcomes after above- versus below-knee amputation for chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study evaluates long-term pain, psychological well-being, resilience, and functional outcomes after above- versus below-knee amputation for chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study evaluates long-term...
12/04/2025
Wounds
Case Report
11/17/2025
Steven Tohmasi, MD, MPHS; Carolyn Tsung, BA; Ariana Naaseh, MD, MPHS; Jennifer Yu, MD, MPHS; John P. Kirby, MD; Lindsay M. Kranker
11/17/2025
Wounds
Original Research
11/17/2025
Beatriz Barbieri Bortolozo, MSc; Amanda Ramiro Gomes da Silva, MSc; Thais Paulino Prado, PhD; Bianca Campos Oliveira, PhD; Joseane Morari, PhD; Flávia Cristina Zanchetta, PhD; Eliana Pereira Araújo, PhD; Beatriz Guitton Renaud Baptista de Oliveira, PhD; Bruna Maiara Ferreira Barreto Pires, BSN, PhD; Priscila Peruzzo Apolinario, PhD; Maria Helena M. Lima, RN, PhD
This prospective study examined the impact of photobiomodulation on lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes over the course of 12 weeks.
This prospective study examined the impact of photobiomodulation on lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes over the course of 12 weeks.
This prospective study examined...
11/17/2025
Wounds
Original Research
11/03/2025
Maeyane S. Moeng; Suleman Vadia, MBChB; Ashley W. Collinsworth, ScD, MPH; Siobhan Lookess, BSc, PGDip; Paolo Capelli
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article...
11/03/2025
Wounds
Original Research
10/31/2025
Jorge Adrián Garza-Cerna, MD, MSc; Gabriel Ángel Mecott-Rivera, MD, PhD; Yanko Castro-Govea, MD, PhD; José Juan Pérez-Trujillo, PhD; Roberto Montes de Oca-Luna, MD, PhD; Daniel Salas-Treviño, PhD; Valeria Kopytina, PhD; Jorge López Berroa, MD
This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of a novel debriding agent comprised of collagenases G and H, and hyaluronate lyase, in chronic wounds.
This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of a novel debriding agent comprised of collagenases G and H, and hyaluronate lyase, in chronic wounds.
This study evaluated the safety...
10/31/2025
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