Novel Technologies in Chronic Wound Care

Abstract In Israel, 20% of wounds do not progress to full healing under treatment with conservative technologies of which 1 to 2% are eventually defined as chronic wounds. Chronic wounds are a complex health burden for patients and pose considerable therapeutic and budgetary burden on health systems...

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Published in:Seminars in plastic surgery 2022-05, Vol.36 (2), p.075-082
Main Authors: Hayun, Yehiel, Yaacobi, Dafna Shilo, Shachar, Tal, Harats, Moti, Grush, Andrew E., Olshinka, Asaf
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Language:English
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Summary:Abstract In Israel, 20% of wounds do not progress to full healing under treatment with conservative technologies of which 1 to 2% are eventually defined as chronic wounds. Chronic wounds are a complex health burden for patients and pose considerable therapeutic and budgetary burden on health systems. The causes of chronic wounds include systemic and local factors. Initial treatment involves the usual therapeutic means, but as healing does not progress, more advanced therapeutic technologies are used. Undoubtedly, advanced means, such as negative pressure systems, and advanced technologies, such as oxygen systems and micrografts, have vastly improved the treatment of chronic wounds. Our service specializes in treating ulcers and difficult-to-heal wounds while providing a multiprofessional medical response. Herein, we present our experience and protocols in treating chronic wounds using a variety of advanced dressings and technologies.
ISSN:1535-2188
1536-0067
DOI:10.1055/s-0042-1749095