In the United States, chronic ulcers—including decubitus, vascular, inflammatory, and
rheumatologic subtypes—affect> 6 million people, with increasing numbers anticipated in …

The care and management of patients with chronic wounds and their far-reaching effects
challenge both the patient and the practitioner. Further complicating this situation is the …

The great diversity of wounds and the broad range of available dressings complicate the
selection of proper chronic wound treatment. Choosing the right treatment is the essential …

Wound dressings have undergone an evolutionary process from natural materials that
simply covered and concealed the wound, to materials that focused on moisture …

Chronic wounds are a major healthcare problem costing the United States billions of dollars
a year. The American Academy of Dermatology has underscored the significance of wound …

With our aging population, chronic diseases that compromise skin integrity such as diabetes,
peripheral vascular disease (venous hypertension, arterial insufficiency) are becoming …

Significance: Chronic wounds include, but are not limited, to diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg
ulcers, and pressure ulcers. They are a challenge to wound care professionals and …

Wound healing is a complex, highly regulated process that is critical in maintaining the
barrier function of skin. With numerous disease processes, the cascade of events involved in …

Prevent and manage wounds with this expert, all-inclusive resource! Acute & Chronic
Wounds: Current Management Concepts, 5th Edition provides the latest diagnostic and …

Management of chronic wounds remains challenging in terms of prevalence and complexity.
Considerable progress has been made in understanding the science of wound healing …