Martha Roman, BS

Microclimate Comparison of Five-Layer Foam Dressings

Prophylactic use of five-layer foam dressings to reduce the risk of developing a pressure injury (PI) is a key component of a PI prevention protocol. These dressings mitigate contributing...

Hadar A. Lev-Tov , MD, MAS, MSc;

Natasa Strbo , MD, PhD;

Katelyn Rivas , BA;

Irena Pastar , PhD;

Divya Chopra , BS;

Marjana Tomic-Canic , PhD;

Paola Catanuto , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Lindsey Siegfried , BS;

05/26/2022

Alligator derived hyaluronic acid quells the inflammatory phase of wound healing through a dual interaction with the host and the microbiome

Introduction: Although several antimicrobials have been used in advanced wound care products such as silver and PHMB, toxicology and wound healing studies have shown that high levels of t...

Laura Giesey , PhD;

Michelle Ha ;

Mitchell Sanders , MS, PhD;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

Martha Roman , BS ;

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

A methodology for assessing pressure distribution properties of advanced wound care dressings at clinically relevant loads

It is widely recognized that one of the key contributing factors to pressure injury occurrence is deformation of skin and underlying tissue as a result of direct sustained pressure, assoc...

Anthony Frei , 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

Iodine Foam Dressing Vertical Wicking, Penetration, Maceration Index, and Conformability

Abstract Body: Infected wounds and wounds at high risk for infection tend to have extremes of moisture levels. Wound treatment must be equipped to handle the bio-burden of infection, but ...

Martha Roman , BS ;

Aakash Setty ;

11/23/2020

Determination of Skin Protectant Barrier Properties Using an Ex vivo Porcine Skin Model, the Elcometer Washability and Abrasion Tester, and Corneometry

Abstract Body: The epidermis plays a fundamental role to the human body by functioning as a barrier to the external environment. Many factors, including friction and prolonged exposure to...

Martha Roman , BS ;

Jessica Campbell , BS;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

11/23/2020

Comparison of the Wicking Ability of a Fenestrated Multilayered Fibrous Dressing Against the Market Leader

Abstract Body: Wound exudate management presents a serious clinical challenge, particularly in heavily draining wounds. When excess moisture builds up in a wound and remains in contact wi...

Aakash Setty ;

Martha Roman , BS ;

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

Evaluation of a Family of Thermoplastic Co-polyester Elastomers with Polyether Soft Segments as an Alternative Backing for Silicone Pressure Sensitive Adhesives

Silicone pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are polycondensation-cured, thermoplastic, bodied resin-in-polymer materials. These materials have high adhesion and long-wear enabling their ...

Neil Johnson ;

Martha Roman , BS ;

Jinghua Tang ;

Luidi Jiang ;

Anthony Frei , PhD;

11/23/2020