Sensors commonly used to record sub-bandage pressures may be less reliable than is commonly believed. In this review, the various calibration methods referenced in the literature are briefly described and the limitations of each discussed. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study evaluates the effectiveness of topical application of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) on pressure ulcers (PUs). To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study aims to uncover why maggot therapy is not used more often, particularly in the context of antimicrobial resistance infections, and to determine what can be done to ensure MT is more effectively used in the future to improve patient outcomes and manage the growing problem of AMR. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Venous leg ulcers affect 1.5% of the UK adult population. Leg ulcers are painful, can be malodourous and are associated with poor quality of life. Leg ulcers are predominantly cared for by nurses in the community. Frequently, patients receive suboptimal treatment through unwanted variations in care and simple ulcers deteriorate to become hard-to-heal wounds. It is important to understand the current UK system of care and how nurses and patients navigate through it.
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The aim of this systematic review was to identify and qualify the current available evidence of the wound exudate handling capabilities and the cost-effectiveness of hydration response technology. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
The purpose of this international consensus document is to outline the best practices and recommendations for effective debridement. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This item evaluates the impact of a four-step biofilm-based wound care strategy, Wound Hygiene Protocol (WHP: cleanse, debride, refashion, and dress), on hard-to-heal wounds. Open access article - no login required.
This study aimed to assess the effects of Buerger–Allen exercise on the healing of DFUs in patients with type 2 diabetes. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This systematic review evaluated the accuracy of IRT to determine burn wound healing potential. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This review concludes with all currently available evidence that topical timolol may be considered as an effective and safe adjunct treatment for refractory wounds, primarily venous leg ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
The findings of this analysis showed that treatment with the HA+AA medical device is a valid alternative to standard of care because it is cheaper, and its utility and effectiveness are greater. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This review shows that AI application in wound care offers benefits in the assessment/diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of acute and hard-to-heal wounds. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study provides epidemiological data on determinants and current managements practices of pressure injuries in patients with COVID-19. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study looks at the use of NPWTi-d in the treatment of fibrinous wounds that are difficult to debride mechanically. It describes changes in the fibrin area of such wounds, before and after treatment with NPWTi-d. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
The aim of this case series is to highlight a combination of both clinically clear cutaneous malignancies and not-so-obvious wounds caused by malignancy. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
The aim of this study was to evaluate whether antibiotic treatment in cases of clinically uninfected ulcers improved ulcer healing compared to treatment without antibiotics. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
There is no clear guidance or comprehensive comparative evidence to help clinicians select between adjustable wraps for compression therapy. However, adjustable wraps could be compared with three metrics used for compression bandages: variation in pressure, stiffness and elasticity. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study investigates the efficacy and safety of autologous platelet-rich plasma (au-PRP) for diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) treatment. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This quality improvement project aimed to improve wound-related quality of life (QoL) in clients with hard-to-heal wounds in their lower limbs and to increase referrals to multidisciplinary teams in the management of care for these clients. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This article investigates whether the use of a simple baseline measurement predicts venous leg ulcer healing at 12 and 24 weeks. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
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