Compelling Podiatric Cases from Smith+Nephew's Limb Salvage Summit featuring STRAVIX Umbilical Tissue products with Dr. Allen Raphael and Dr. Charles Parks

05/25/2023

The following video covers the following case study segments:

Part 1 - Case Study: Using umbilical tissue for gas gangrene with PVD

In a highly complex case of gas gangrene with PVD, presented at the Smith+Nephew 2022 Limb Salvage Surgical Summit, Dr. Allen Raphael (DPM, FACFAS) detailed why his treatment strategy incorporated STRAVIX* Meshed Umbilical Tissue. Sharing key insights for preparation and application, he summarizes the overall impact on granulation and wound progression.

Part 2 - Case Study: Treating gas gangrene with umbilical tissue

As part of the Smith+Nephew 2022 Limb Salvage Surgical Summit, Dr. Charles Parks (DPM, FACFAS) presented a complex gas gangrene case study and his associated treatment strategy. Outlining key considerations and the importance of wound bed preparation, he explained the clinical rationale for using STRAVIX* PL Umbilical Tissue alongside adjoining treatments and therapies.

Part 3 - Case study: Umbilical tissue in exposed tendon repair

When faced with a posterior ankle ulcer with exposed Achilles tendon, when and why do experts use umbilical tissue? Find out as Dr. Charles Parks (DPM, FACFAS) shares a complex case study from the Smith+Nephew 2022 Limb Salvage Surgical Summit. In the context of various comorbidities and clinical considerations, he explores the role of STRAVIX* Umbilical Tissue as a treatment option to support wound progression.

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