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Atypical and Complex Wounds

Chronic Wounds and Biofilm

August 31, 2022
Wound healing is a complicated process that restores the skin's barrier function to prevent further damage or infection. The healing process normally progresses through 4 phases: hemostasis, inflammat...

Circulatory Insufficiency: What is the Difference Between Venous and Arterial Ulcers?

February 28, 2023
Vascular ulcers are wounds on the skin that form as the result of abnormal blood circulation in the body, including arterial and venous etiologies. Estimates suggest 3-5% of those over 65 in the Unite...

Classification and Management of Fistulas

February 15, 2018
By Holly Hovan MSN, APRN, CWOCN-AP A fistula is an abnormal opening between two areas that typically shouldn't be connected, or with an epithelialized tract. An example is an opening from the bowel...

Clinical Research from Great Debates and Updates in the Diabetic Foot

December 9, 2024
These researchers share emerging findings they presented at this recent conference.

Combat Wound Management: An Overview

July 11, 2018
As a veteran of the U.S. Army, and having a grandfather who was a U.S. Army combat medic, I have always had an interest in combat wound care. Wound care has evolved immensely throughout the years in t...

Complex Wounds 101

July 17, 2019
By the WoundSource Editors Complex wounds pose a significant challenge for many health care providers. These wounds are often multifaceted, making treatment tremendously difficult. They represent a...

Complex Wounds: Common and Uncommon

July 17, 2019
By the WoundSource Editors Although complex wounds typically present with clinical challenges in treatment, there are certain types of wounds that clinicians are used to facing: pressure wounds , a...

Complex Wounds: Important Terms to Know

February 28, 2022
Bioprinting: Also called three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting, this process combines 3D printing technologies with biomaterials to replicate parts that imitate natural tissues, bones, and blood vessels ...

Complications in Chronic Wound Healing and Associated Interventions

March 28, 2018
by the Wound Source Editors Chronic non-healing wounds affect millions of patients each year and contribute significantly to their morbidity and mortality. These wounds have a substantial impact b...

Compression Therapy and Lymphedema: Frequently Asked Questions

September 26, 2019
By Janet Wolfson, PT, CLWT, CWS, CLT-LANA Reflecting back on "In the Trenches With Lymphedema," WoundSource's June Practice Accelerator webinar, many people sent in questions. I have addressed some...
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