Clinical Corner
Understanding and Treating Moisture-Associated Skin Damage
Why is moisture balance in skin and wound management important? Moisture balance is…
Wound Irrigation: Methods, Equipment, and Techniques
What is wound irrigation? Irrigation is an important aspect of wound cleansing and…
Surgical Site Drains: Benefits and Risks
Why do some patients need a surgical drain? Surgical wound dehiscence and surgical…
When can I shower or take a bath after surgery?
A traditional concept regarding surgical wounds and bathing is that the water touching…
The Importance of a Slightly Acidic pH in Skin and Wound Care
What is pH? The scientific term “pH” is an abbreviation that stands for…
Treating a Post-Surgical Seroma or Hematoma
A hematoma is generally defined as a collection of blood outside of blood…
How Can You Tell If a Wound Is Infected?
Wound infection is a condition in which germs (bacteria, viruses, or fungi microbes)…
Caring For Your Feet After A Surgical Nail Removal
What Happens After Your Toenail or Fingernail Is Removed? The loss of a…
How to Identify and Treat Hypergranulation Tissue
Excessive granulation tissue is often referred to as hypergranulation, overgranulation, exuberant tissue or…
How Can I Lower the Risks of Surgical Site Complications?
What are the risk factors for a surgical site infection? The likelihood of…
