Brenda Curtis, PhD

A Comparative Study of Post-Operative Wound Dressing Physical Attributes

Post-operative dressings serve a critical role in wound care. Healthcare providers must carefully consider wound characteristics and location to select the appropriate dressing for optima...

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Jonathan Labovitz , DPM;

David G. Armstrong , DPM, MD, PhD, MSc;

Jeffrey A. Niezgoda , MD, FACHM, MAPWCA, CHWS;

Paul M. Glat , MD, FACS;

Martha R. Kelso , RN, HBOT;

05/26/2022

Barrier Assessment of Two Skin Protectant Barrier Films using an ex vivo Porcine Skin Model of Urinary Incontinence

The epidermis serves a fundamental role by functioning as a barrier to the external environment. Many factors, including friction and prolonged exposure to moisture, can lead to barrier b...

Jessica Campbell , BS;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Rianna Leighton ;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

08/19/2021

Antibacterial Properties of Various Gelling Fiber Wound Dressings against Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa

A wide range of dressings exists to cater to the varying requirements of acute and chronic wounds. Gelling fiber dressings assist with moisture balance by transforming absorbent fibers in...

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Jin Ok , BS;

Maria Rodriguez ;

08/19/2021

Antifungal Properties of a Hydrocolloid Adhesive Border Post-operative Dressing with Ionic Silver against Candida auris

Abstract Body: Candida auris (C. auris) is a recently emerged, multidrug-resistant, highly invasive, and hospital-acquired fungal pathogen. With a high incidence of severe infection and d...

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

11/23/2020

Antifungal Properties of a Controlled-Release Iodine Foam Dressing and Two Gentian Violet/Methylene Blue Foam Dressings against Candida auris

Abstract Body: First reported in 2009, Candida auris (C. auris) has emerged as a multidrug-resistant, highly invasive, hospital-acquired fungal pathogen. With clinical isolates identified...

Maria Rodriguez ;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Jin Ok , BS;

11/23/2020

Physical Properties of Surgical Postoperative Dressings: A Comparative Study of Factors That Can Impact User Preference

To effectively support wound repair, wound dressing physical properties must be conducive to both moist wound healing and selection of the appropriate type of bandage to remove excess moi...

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Debashish Chakravarthy , PhD;

12/11/2019

Moisture Barrier Properties of a Hygiene Management Spray and a Silicone Skin Protectant

The skin provides a physical barrier to microbes and harsh environmental factors. Moisture balance is critical for maintaining barrier integrity. Prolonged contact with bodily fluids can ...

Martha Roman , BS ;

Debashish Chakravarthy , PhD;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

12/06/2019

Moisture Barrier Performance of No-Rinse Cleansers

The physical barrier created by the skin is critical for protecting the body from pathogens and the harmful external environment. Skin barrier breakdown can cause substantial pain and mor...

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Debashish Chakravarthy , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Maria Rodriguez ;

12/06/2019

Moisture Barrier Properties of a Hygiene Management Spray and a Zinc Oxide Skin Protectant

Prolonged exposure to caustic bodily fluids can lead to maceration and breakdown of the skin physical barrier. Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD), skin damage from urine or feces ex...

Debashish Chakravarthy , PhD;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Maria Rodriguez ;

12/06/2019

Nystatin vs. Miconazole Nitrate: In Vitro Testing of Candida Albicans Killing Over Time

The opportunistic pathogen, Candida albicans (C. albicans), is the leading cause of cutaneous candidiasis, including common superficial skin infections like intertrigo and diaper dermatit...

Martha Roman , BS ;

Jin Ok , BS;

Debashish Chakravarthy , PhD;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Brenda Curtis , PhD;

12/06/2019