wound care

Accelerated Healing with the Autologous Combined Leukocyte, Platelet, and Fibrin Patch as Adjunct Therapy in Advanced Wound Care: A Case Series

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of the combined leukocyte, platelet, and fibrin patch* as an adjunct therapy in the management of difficult wounds. ...

08/19/2021

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Could A Small Molecule Revolutionize Wound Care?: Thoughts From A Colleague And Current Pioneer

06/02/2021

David G. Armstrong DPM MD PhD

We at the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) at the University of Southern California couldn’t be more enthusiastic about deferoxamine (DFO)! Efforts on this small molecule in wound healing are gaining speed. A recent article...

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06/02/2021

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Emphasizing The “Whole” Patient While Treating The “Hole” In Their Foot

04/26/2021

Adam L. Isaac DPM FACFAS

A new article published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice by Jarl and colleagues dives head first into the ongoing debate about the appropriate weight bearing status for patients undergoing treatment for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).1...

A new article published in...

04/26/2021

Podiatry Today

Rolling Against Pressure - 252 Days Injury Free

Hospital acquired pressure injuries continue to challenge our healthcare systems.¬† Since CMS removed additional reimbursement for conditions not present on admission, facilities have dep...

11/23/2020

The Danger Of Disputed And Delayed Management Of Pyoderma Gangrenosum

Pyoderma Gangrenosum (PG) is an ulcerative inflammatory disorder causing rapidly progressive, painful skin lesions not amenable to debridement or amputation. Often associated with inflamm...

11/23/2020

Treatment of Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds in Diabetic Patients Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix

Abstract Body: Lower extremity wounds largely consist of venous leg ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers. Many are the result of traumatic leg injuries, peripheral arterial disease or infectio...

11/23/2020

The Utility of PHQ-9 as a Sensitive, Specific and Reliable Screening Tool for Depression and Suicidal Ideation in Patients with Chronic Wounds

Abstract Body: Chronic wounds can lead to depression (27%), anxiety (26%), and loss of function and mobility.1,2,3 Negative impact of emotional/mental stress on wound healing has been wel...

11/23/2020

The Use of Topical Corticosteroid Treatments to Modulate the Inflammatory Response and Improve Wound Healing - A Case Study

Abstract Body: Introduction: Steroid use in wound healing has always been discouraged, and said to cause delayed wound healing. Can the anti-inflammatory effects of topical steroid usage ...

11/23/2020

When All Else Fails Vac It: A Case Report on the Efficacy of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy as a Singular Modality to Accelerate Wound Healing for Limb Salvage

The purpose of this case study is to investigate the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy as a singular modality for limb salvage status-post extensive sharp debridement of the foo...

11/23/2020

Lower Extremity Wound Healing Curriculum for Medical Students

Abstract Body: Formal (i.e. other than bedside) wound healing evaluation and management is not routinely taught in medical schools, even though chronic wounds are a burden to healthcare s...

11/23/2020