The co-morbidity of diabetes seems to determine whether multi-vessel coronary artery disease is best managed by surgical by-pass or a stenting procedure - the data suggest that this particular group gets most benefit from a by-pass approach to revascularisation. It would be interesting to see
The World Union of Wound Healing Societies has published a new Consensus Document on Surgical Wound Dehiscence. The document has excellent graphics and decision making tools. It covers risk anaylsis, patient and wound assessment, descriptive terminology, preventative modalities and interventions. http://www.woundsinternational.com/consensus-documents/view/surgical-wound-dehiscence-improving-prevention-and-outcomes
Debridement is an essential component of wound bed preparation for chronic or non-healing wounds. However, how debridement is actually done has proven to be problematic for many nurses as often surgical or sharp methodologies (whilst the gold standard) are essentially in the domain of the
BBraun's Skin & Wound Infection Seminar is to be held in Parramatta on April 28. Contact Stuart Riley on 0409 399 629 regarding registration and program information.
Right now millions of people worldwide are living with a non-healing wound. We need to enhance their well-being, providing them with interventions which are evidence based and goal directed. Here at The Wound Guy we want to help you to help them through excellent wound care. Together we
Professor Donald MacLellan's HEMI Courses are widely known for their excellence and high level of clinical relevance. The 2018 dates for the HEMI events can be found in the link below. http://hemi-australia.com/advanced-debridement-course/
In my own clinical practice I regularly encounter individuals who have leg ulcers whilst concurrently having complex comorbidities. These types of wounds are very prone to polymicrobial infections and biofilms. In the past 6 months I have looked after numerous patients who have benefited from the process
Wounds International has just released a clinical advisory on skin tear management. Whilst sponsored by Acelity, the management principles are generic and suited to all health care settings. The link to the original document is : http://www.woundsinternational.com/quick-guides/view/managing-skin-tears-in-practice
The first program is in Wagga Wagga NSW in February 2018. Looking forward to seeing you there. https://www.acn.edu.au/2018/02/NSW/wound-management-update
An excellent reminder today from a pharmacist colleague who was discussing the therapeutic variations that are observed when topical (patch) medications are applied to the skin of those individuals of advanced age. Due to reductions in corneocyte thickness, lipid volume and dermal vascularity the desired