Author: Susan Dieter MS, RN, CWS
Prevention and Management of Xerosis Cutis (Abnormally Dry Skin)
What is Xerosis Cutis? Xerosis cutis is abnormally dry skin caused by a lack of epidermal lipids and…
The Detrimental Impact of Swelling on Wound Healing
How does edema impact wound healing? Swelling which is also known as edema, is a detriment to wound…
The Impact of Smoking and Nicotine Use on Surgical Site Wound Healing
Are smokers at higher risk for surgical site infection? Did you know that smokers have the highest risk…
The Role of Biologic Agents in Spinal Fusion Surgery
What is the role of biologic agents in spinal fusion surgery? What is spinal fusion? Spinal fusion is…
Pick Up The Pace: Tips For Optimizing How Quickly A Wound Heals
Whether you have a wound from a traumatic injury, disease process or surgical procedure, the desire is to…
Wound Cleansing with Pulsed Irrigation: Clinical Best Practices
What is pulsed irrigation? The need for effective wound cleansing is necessary to remove impediments to wound healing…
How Do Wounds Heal? A Guide to the Phases of Wound Healing for Clinicians and Patients
What are the phases of wound healing? The body goes through a series of overlapping phases to achieve…
Wound Assessments: Excoriation or Abrasion?
Both excoriation and abrasion are terms used for superficial partial-thickness wounds of the skin. Thorough assessment and correct…
An Overview of Surgical Glues, Sealants and Other Adhesives
What is the purpose of surgical glues or sealants? There are many medical grade glues, sealants or adhesives…
Battling a Rolled Wound Edge (or Epibole)
Why is it important to evaluate the wound edge? Evaluation of a wound edge is a key component…
