Maggot Infestation: Various Treatment Modalities
Basil Sunny, Dr., Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy),∗ Lubna Sulthana, Dr., Apollo James, Mr., and T. Sivakumar, Dr. Abstract “The invasion of the skin and subcutaneous tissue by the…
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Side Effects – Where Do We Stand?
Marvin Heyboer, III, MD, FACEP, FACCWS, FUHM∗ Abstract “I recently had the opportunity to present this topic at the ACCWS 7th Annual Symposium. The following is…
The Role of an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix in Wound Healing, a Case Series
Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS∗ Abstract “Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an anionic, non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan, present throughout various tissues in the body, including connective and epithelial…
The Adjunctive Use of Biologically Engineered Products in Plastic Surgery Practice
R. Michael Johnson, MD, MPH,∗ Lucas M. Harrison, BS, and Spencer R. Anderson, MD Abstract “Biologically engineered products are medical devices offer support and structure for wound…
Impact of Renal Failure on Wounds Healing
Natallia Maroz, MD, FASN, FACPa,b,∗ Abstract “Population of patients with the impaired kidney function grows around the world. With the advances of the contemporary medicine…
Summary Article on Advanced Ulcer Treatments used in the Operating Room
Christopher L. Winters, DPM∗ Abstract “Debridement is important throughout the process. There’s a lot of discussion in the medical literature about the factors that contribute…
Quantitative Monitoring Wound Healing Status Through Three-dimensional Imaging on Mobile Platforms
Adam Yee,a,∗ John Harmon, MD,b and Steven Yi, PhDc Abstract “There are approximately 6.5 million patients in the U.S. suffering from chronic wounds and approximately 140,000 patients hospitalized…
The Death of the Kennedy Terminal Ulcer
Michael S. Miller, DO, FACOS, WCC∗ Abstract “The concept of the Kennedy Terminal Ulcer (KTU) has been ubiquitous in attempting to explain the development of…
Placental Membranes for Management of Refractory Cutaneous Sinus Tracts of Surgical Origin: A Pilot Study
Eric L. Johnson, MD,a Georgina M. Michael, MSN, RNFA, FNP-BC,b,∗ and Yeabsera G. Tamire, BSb Abstract “Despite advances in surgical technique, postoperative complications may lead to refractory cutaneous…
Management of a Recurrent Pyogenic Granuloma of the Inferior Lip with Pulsed Dye Laser: A Case Report
Serkan Demirkan, MD∗ Abstract “Pyogenic granuloma (PG) is a common, acquired, benign vascular reactive proliferation. This article presents the unique and successful pulsed dye laser…