Bench to Bedside Evaluation of an Innovative, Non-Bordered Foam Dressing for Use in Exudating Chronic Wounds. [PDF]
Int Wound JABSTRACT To investigate a dimpled, non‐bordered foam dressing with a soft silicone wound contact layer, the research spans from bench (fluid handling performance) to bedside (clinical effectiveness on exuding chronic wounds). In vitro methodology was used to monitor the fluid handling capacity and fluid retention capacity of the investigational ...
Lev-Tov H, Serena T, Sigal F, Nygren E.
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In vitro and in vivo evaluation of the antimicrobial effectiveness of non-medicated hydrophobic wound dressings. [PDF]
Int Wound JAbstract There is an increasing use of non‐medicated wound dressing with claims of irreversible bacterial binding. Most of the data are from in vitro models which lack clinical relevance. This study employed a range of in vitro experiments to address this gap and we complemented our experimental designs with in vivo observations using dressings ...
Malone M +4 more
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The contribution of a directional preference of stiffness to the efficacy of prophylactic sacral dressings in protecting healthy and diabetic tissues from pressure injury: computational modelling studies. [PDF]
Int Wound J, 2017 Abstract The sacral region is the most common site for pressure injuries (PIs) associated with lying in bed, and such sacral PIs often commence as deep tissue injuries (DTIs) that later present as open wounds. In complex patients, diabetes is common.
Levy A, Schwartz D, Gefen A.
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Prevention of Acute Radiation-Induced Skin Reaction with NPE® Camellia Sinensis Nonfermentatum Extract in Female Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Postoperative Radiotherapy: A Single Centre, Prospective, Open-Label Pilot Study. [PDF]
Int J Breast Cancer, 2018 Background. To assess effectiveness of NPE, a proprietary Camellia sinensis nonfermentatum (CSNF) extract, in prevention and recovery of acute radiation‐induced skin reaction (ARSR) and skin care during postoperative whole breast radiotherapy (RT). Methods. Twenty patients were enrolled in this single centre, prospective, open‐label pilot study.
Näf G +5 more
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Pain and trauma in negative pressure wound therapy: a review. [PDF]
Int Wound J, 2015 Abstract Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is considered an effective wound treatment, but there are a number of issues that need to be addressed for improvements to be made. This review aimed to explore the literature relating to the pain and skin trauma that may be experienced during NPWT.
Upton D, Andrews A.
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Achieving international consensus for the prevention of orthopaedic wound blistering: results of a Delphi survey. [PDF]
Int Wound J, 2013 This article presents the results of an international 2 stage Delphi survey carried out via e‐mail to achieve consensus as to the most effective postoperative wound management to prevent blistering and other complications. Seventeen prospective participants were invited to be members of the Delphi Panel of which 13 agreed to be involved.
Ousey K, Gillibrand W, Stephenson J.
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Smart Dual‐Sensor Wound Dressing for Monitoring Cutaneous Wounds
Advanced Healthcare Materials, Volume 12, Issue 18, July 17, 2023., 2023 Continuous wound monitoring is a major clinical challenge that poses a significant socioeconomical burden on patients and the healthcare system. This paper presents a dual‐sensor hydrogel‐based dressing that measures pH and glucose in wounds and delivers pro‐healing factors to promote healing chronic wounds.
Bahram Mirani +8 more
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Preventing pressure injury in open‐heart surgical patients: A systematic review
Health Science Reports, Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2023., 2023 Abstract Background Cardiac surgical patients are highly prone to developing surgery‐related Pressure injuries (PIs). Prevention of PIs is an important patient safety priority in healthcare settings and patients care. So the aim of this study is to detect the effectiveness of prevention strategies to decrease PIs prevalence and incidence in patients ...
Hamed Taghiloo +4 more
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International Wound Journal, Volume 19, Issue 1, Page 125-134, January 2022., 2022 Abstract One of the most common types of skin breakdown in ageing populations is skin tears. The International Skin Tear Advisory Panel advocates for special attention to be paid to dressing selection related to skin tear management. The panel recommends choosing dressings that will promote the maintenance of moisture balance, suit the local wound ...
Kimberly LeBlanc, Kevin Woo
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Prevention of pressure injury in the operating room: Heels operating room pressure injury trial
International Wound Journal, Volume 18, Issue 3, Page 359-366, June 2021., 2021 Abstract The objective was to evaluate the efficacy of multi‐layered silicone foam (intervention) compared with transparent polyurethane film (control) in preventing heel pressure injuries caused by surgical positioning of individuals undergoing elective surgery.
Thaís Dresch Eberhardt +7 more
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