WoundSource Practice Accelerator: Biofilm and Infection
For this month's WoundSource Practice Accelerator, we are providing education on a variety of topics related to biofilm and infection. Scroll below to read this month's white paper, browse articles, view expert interviews, print out our quick fact sheet, and to take advantage of other resources.
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Upcoming Webinar
Biofilm and Infection Interventions in Daily Wound Practice
Thursday, January 23Alison Garten, DPM, DAPS, CWSP, CPED
This session will address biofilm culturing techniques, signs of infection, topical vs systemic antibiotics, choosing antimicrobials, wound cleansing, debridement, and dressings, including examples from cases.
White Paper
Biofilms: Strategies for Understanding and Controlling These Polymicrobial Communities
Wound repair and regeneration stalls for a wide variety of reasons. Biofilm is one of the most common causes of wound chronicity and occurs in up to 90% of chronic wounds. Learn more about biofilm and its impact on wound healing, including key concepts and interventions....Fact Sheet
Quick Facts - Understanding Biofilm and Infection
Biofilm and infection can both significant impact the trajectory of a wound. Use this month's quick facts download to kick start your learning on this important topic....Featured Articles
Breaking Down the Stages of Biofilm Formation
Biofilm is a common complication found in hard-to-heal wounds. In this blog, learn the stages of biofilm formation and what this means for wound healing....
Read MoreUnderstanding Inflammatory Stage Stall
There are many reasons a wound may not continue on the expected healing trajectory, but a common reason, the presence of biofilm, may be difficult to spot....
Read MoreRecognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Wound Infection
In this interview, learn why early detection is key in treating wound infections and getting wounds back on the path to healing....
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