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Surgical Wounds

Editorial Message
Correcting the Nomenclature: What is the Surgical Wound?
04/28/2026
John C. Lantis, MD
04/28/2026
Wounds
Original Research
The Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy on Abdominal Deep Incisional Surgical Site Infections in High-Risk Patients
03/12/2026
Semih Hot, MD; Seracettin Eğin, MD
03/12/2026
Wounds
Case Report
Hydrosurgical Debridement System Combined With Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for the Treatment of Large Chronic Wounds Caused by Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Injection for Breast Augmentation
02/24/2026
Xun Xu, MS; Ruoyu Wang, MS; Honglin Wu, MS; Jinxiong Xu, MS; Yulan Miao, PhD
Hydrosurgical debridement combined with negative pressure therapy effectively treated extensive chronic wounds from polyacrylamide hydrogel breast injections, resulting in successful healing without recurrence at 12–18 months.
Hydrosurgical debridement combined with negative pressure therapy effectively treated extensive chronic wounds from polyacrylamide hydrogel breast injections, resulting in successful healing without recurrence at 12–18 months.
Hydrosurgical debridement...
02/24/2026
Wounds
Original Research
Evaluation of A Multilayer Antimicrobial Foam Dressing Indicated for Use on Surgical Incisions
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
Original Research
Health Care Costs and Clinical Outcomes of Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections: An Evaluation of Skin-Sparing Surgery
05/20/2025
Travis L. Perry, MD; Jordan Silverman, MD; Courtney Johnson, DO; Benjamin Kleeman, BS; Priti Parikh, PhD
Skin-sparing surgery for necrotizing soft tissue infections offers a structured alternative for managing complex wounds in specialized care settings.
Skin-sparing surgery for necrotizing soft tissue infections offers a structured alternative for managing complex wounds in specialized care settings.
Skin-sparing surgery for...
05/20/2025
Wounds
Real-World Evidence
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Two Prophylactic Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Devices in Reducing Surgical Site Complications After Cesarean Delivery: Insights From a Large US Claims Database
04/23/2025
Annmarie Vilkins, DO; Leo Nherera, PhD; Richard Searle, PhD; Tia Welsh, MD
Real-world comparison of two single-use negative pressure wound therapy devices following cesarean delivery highlights differential impacts on surgical site complications.
Real-world comparison of two single-use negative pressure wound therapy devices following cesarean delivery highlights differential impacts on surgical site complications.
Real-world comparison of two...
04/23/2025
Wounds
Case Series
Atypical Mycobacteria Infections of Surgical Sites: A 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
Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane Allograft for Postoperative Wounds Following Mohs Micrographic Surgery: A Retrospective Comparative Evaluation
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
Use of the Allgöwer-Donati Suture Technique for Wound Closure Following Transmetatarsal Amputation
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
Use of a Synthetic Hybrid-scale Fiber Matrix in the Management of Chronic and Complex Wounds: A Retrospective 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
Retrospective Review of Complications and Outcomes in COVID-19–Positive Patients With Comorbidities Undergoing Limb Salvage Procedures in a Tertiary Care Wound Center
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

Multimedia

How-To Demonstration
Surgical Debridement With a Scalpel
06/20/2022
John C. Lantis, II, MD, FACS
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
Hydrosurgical Debridement
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
Partial-thickness Skull Wounds Treated Without Free Tissue Transfer in an Outpatient Setting
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
Limb Salvage Following Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection
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
The Human Cost of Automated Denials: A Wound Care Team's Experience With WISeR
05/26/2026
Amber Metoyer, MSN, APRN, FNP-C; Lance McNeill, MBA, MPAFF; Alexus Castaneda , BBA
A wound care team shares how Medicare’s WISeR prior authorization program and AI-driven denial processes created delays, administrative burdens, and financial strain—despite clear clinical documentation supporting patient care. 
A wound care team shares how Medicare’s WISeR prior authorization program and AI-driven denial processes created delays, administrative burdens, and financial strain—despite clear clinical documentation supporting patient care. 
A wound care team shares how...
05/26/2026
Wounds
CTP News Desk Image
Viewpoints
Skin Substitute Reimbursement Changes 2026: MAC Denials, Q Codes, and What’s Next
05/19/2026
Daniel L. Kapp, MD
Daniel Kapp, MD, shares his observations on conflicting Medicare contractor guidance and coding confusion in early 2026 have effectively halting reimbursement for skin substitute applications in one MAC. 
Daniel Kapp, MD, shares his observations on conflicting Medicare contractor guidance and coding confusion in early 2026 have effectively halting reimbursement for skin substitute applications in one MAC. 
Daniel Kapp, MD, shares his...
05/19/2026
Wounds
Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN-AP, ANP, ACNS-BC
Videos
Observations on 2026 Skin Substitute Use Across the Continuum
05/15/2026
Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN-AP, ANP, ACNS-BC
Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN-AP, ANP, ACNS-B, discusses CTP shifts in long-term care, private office settings, and mobile care.
Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN-AP, ANP, ACNS-B, discusses CTP shifts in long-term care, private office settings, and mobile care.
Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN,...
05/15/2026
Wounds
CTP News Desk Image
Viewpoint
Operational Observations in a New CTP Regulatory Environment
05/08/2026
Nikki Johnston; Kati Kaushal, DNP, FNP-C, CWS
Learn more about these consultants' observations in this new regulatory environment.
Learn more about these consultants' observations in this new regulatory environment.
Learn more about these...
05/08/2026
Wounds
Analysis
Notes on Financial and Legal Implications of Measurement Inconsistencies and CTPs
03/26/2026
Scott Nelson
This speaker discusses the audit implications of inaccuracies in wound care documentation, highlighting the importance of maintaining documentation integrity at practices of any size.
This speaker discusses the audit implications of inaccuracies in wound care documentation, highlighting the importance of maintaining documentation integrity at practices of any size.
This speaker discusses the audit...
03/26/2026
Wounds
Analysis
What Are the Risks of Measurement Inaccuracy With CTPs?
03/23/2026
Scott Nelson
This author emphasizes that inconsistencies in measurement of wounds for CTPs can lead to red flags for auditors, as erratic size changes or consistent overestimations may suggest improper billing practices.
This author emphasizes that inconsistencies in measurement of wounds for CTPs can lead to red flags for auditors, as erratic size changes or consistent overestimations may suggest improper billing practices.
This author emphasizes that...
03/23/2026
Wounds
Analysis
Measurement Accuracy and CTPs: Viewpoints on Driving Outcomes
03/19/2026
Scott Nelson
In the first of three videos, this speaker focuses on the critical role of measurement accuracy in wound care, emphasizing its impact on medical necessity and reimbursement processes.
In the first of three videos, this speaker focuses on the critical role of measurement accuracy in wound care, emphasizing its impact on medical necessity and reimbursement processes.
In the first of three videos,...
03/19/2026
Wounds
Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 3
03/17/2026
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
Now that Medicare is no longer paying for CTP wastage, Kathleen D. Schaum discusses how to adjust your processes to accommodate that change.
Now that Medicare is no longer paying for CTP wastage, Kathleen D. Schaum discusses how to adjust your processes to accommodate that change.
Now that Medicare is no longer...
03/17/2026
Wounds
Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 2
03/13/2026
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
In the second part of this video series, Kathleen Schaum explores exceptions to the Medicare CTP payment of $127.14 per square centimeter.
In the second part of this video series, Kathleen Schaum explores exceptions to the Medicare CTP payment of $127.14 per square centimeter.
In the second part of this video...
03/13/2026
Wounds
Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 1
03/11/2026
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
In part 1 of a video series, Kathleen D. Schaum breaks down how to implement using the same allowable payment rate for all brands of CTP sheets.
In part 1 of a video series, Kathleen D. Schaum breaks down how to implement using the same allowable payment rate for all brands of CTP sheets.
In part 1 of a video series,...
03/11/2026
Wounds

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