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Reducing total joint replacement surgical site infections: a comparison of two dressings [PDF]

, 2018
As total joint arthroplasties become more common, so too do the complications of the procedure, such as surgical site infections (SSI). When considering causative factors, it came to light that different dressings were being used for these surgical ...
Bridges, Taylor
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Percutaneous Transaxillary Access for Large‐Bore Cardiovascular Interventions: Evidence, Technique, and Complication Management

Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Percutaneous transaxillary access is an established alternative to transfemoral large‐bore arterial access for transcatheter structural heart interventions and mechanical circulatory support (MCS). Although useful for overcoming hostile iliofemoral anatomy and providing prolonged support and patient mobilization in case of MCS, the axillary ...
Gioel Gabrio Secco, Marco Lombardi, Edoardo Elia, Juan Guido Chiabrando, Andrea Demarchi, Rocco Vergallo, Andrea Audo, Giulia Maj, Giuseppe Patti, Nicolas M. Van Mieghem   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Superabsorbent wound dressings: A literature review [PDF]

, 2013
Superabsorbent dressings are promoted for use on moderate to highly exudating wounds to absorb and retain fluid, thus reducing the risk of leakage and minimising the risk of maceration.
White, Richard, Atkin, Leanne, Ousey, Karen   +2 more
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Peptide-Cellulose Conjugates on Cotton-Based Materials Have Protease Sensor/Sequestrant Activity

Sensors, 2018
The growing incidence of chronic wounds in the world population has prompted increased interest in chronic wound dressings with protease-modulating activity and protease point of care sensors to treat and enable monitoring of elevated protease-based ...
J. Vincent Edwards, Krystal R. Fontenot, Falk Liebner, Brian D. Condon   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Conventional Occlusive Dressing versus Polythene Gloving on Second-Degree Burned Hands [PDF]

Alexandria Scientific Nursing Journal, 2016
Burns are the most devastating injuries that can occur. The location of burn influence healing asburns to face, neck, hands and feet. Regarding hands, its represent a small wound area, although amajor potential for disabilities as stiffness and ...
Amina Ebrahim, Fayza Tawfeek, Hussein Abulhassan, Sanaa Alaa Eldeen   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

The use of silver sulphadiazine occlusive dressings for finger-tip injuries

, 1981
A prospective trial was performed, comparing the use of silver sulphadiazine occlusive dressings with Fucidin gauze compressive dressings in the treatment of injuries to the finger-tip in patients presenting at the casualty department.
PO Collinson, P de Boer
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Influence of Accumulation of Humidity under Wound Dressings and Effects on Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) and Skin Hydration

Applied Sciences
The moisture content of the human skin, but also the loss of water through the skin, the transepidermal water loss (TEWL), plays a significant role in the skin’s health. Various medical indications require the use of a wound dressing.
Marc Rauscher, Andreas Rauscher, Linda Y. Hu, Hans J. Schlitt, Sabrina Krauß, Claudius Illg, Patricia Reis Wolfertstetter, Aybike Hofmann, Christian Knorr, Markus Denzinger   +9 more
doaj   +1 more source

Incidence of unplanned gastrostomy tube replacements and associated complications in people with motor neurone disease and other conditions: A retrospective audit of an Australian dietitian‐led clinic

Nutrition in Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Gastrostomy tube placement is a common intervention for long‐term nutrition in people with dysphagia. Minimising complications such as tube dislodgement is integral in gastrostomy management, as unplanned replacements may require urgent care to prevent stoma closure.
Emily Farrugia, Shanelle Bailey, Adam I. Semciw, Mani Suleiman, Mark Tacey, Caroline J. Tuck, Liam M. Hannan   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Aspergillus Genus and Its Various Human Superficial and Cutaneous Features

Pathogens, 2021
Superficial and cutaneous aspergillosis is a rare fungal disease that is restricted to the outer layers of the skin, nails, and the outer auditory canal, infrequently invading the deeper tissue and viscera, particularly in immunocompromised patients ...
Yassine Merad, Hichem Derrar, Zoubir Belmokhtar, Malika Belkacemi   +3 more
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A structured multidisciplinary home parenteral nutrition program in a public healthcare system: Implementation model, nursing‐led training protocol, and 11‐year safety outcomes

Nutrition in Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Home parenteral nutrition (HPN) is the standard of care for adults with chronic intestinal failure (CIF), but evidence from publicly funded healthcare systems in middle‐income countries is limited. This study describes an 11‐year experience of a structured, nursing‐led HPN program within Brazil's Unified Health System (SUS ...
Tatiana da Cunha Rana, Mariana Hollanda Martins da Rocha, Luiz Augusto Carneiro d'Albuquerque, André Dong Won Lee, Wellington Andraus, Luciana Bertocco de Paiva Haddad   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source