Vita Boyar MD

CHILDREN WITH WOUNDS

Epidermolysis Bullosa: When a Challenge Starts at Birth

07/01/2021

Vita Boyar MD

This month's column discusses epidermolysis bullosa. The case of a neonate, born preterm at 31 weeks’ gestation with unexpected skin findings, is presented.

This month's column discusses...

07/01/2021

Wound Management & Prevention

Pediatric challenge: hydroconductive dressing for peristomal skin injury

Skin breakdown and ulcerations are common complications of peristomal skin in children with tracheostomies. Maintenance of skin integrity can be challenging as increased secretions, persp...

01/28/2021

Cleansing neonatal and pediatric wounds: efficacy and safety of hypochlorous acid

Safe wound debridement is essential in pediatric practice. Neonatal skin, especially preterm skin, is underdeveloped and at risk for injury, enhanced systemic absorption of topical produc...

01/28/2021

Children With Wounds

Challenging Cases: Achieving Optimal Outcomes With Hydrophobic Dressings While Avoiding Harm

12/02/2020

Vita Boyar MD

12/02/2020

Wound Management & Prevention

Cleansing neonatal and pediatric wounds: efficacy and safety of hypochlorous acid

Safe wound debridement is essential in pediatric practice. Neonatal skin, especially preterm skin, is underdeveloped and at risk for injury, enhanced systemic absorption of topical produc...

11/23/2020