Tissue viability (wound management)
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Research outputs from the Tissue Viability Service at the RD&E.
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Evaluating an incontinence cleanser and skin protectant ointment for managing incontinence-associated dermatitis
(Schofield Publishing, 2017-03)Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) relates to skin breakdown from exposure to urine or faeces, and its management involves implementation of structured skin care regimens that incorporate use of appropriate skin ... -
Oedema management in a diabetic patient with foot ulceration and peripheral vascular disease: a case study
(SB Communications Group, 2016)Peripheral oedema is a recognised complication in prolonging wound healing. Despite this, there is little evidence available on the use of compression therapy in the presence of diabetic foot disease. The case study outlined ... -
Facilitating wound bed preparation: properties and clinical efficacy of octenidine and octenidine-based products in modern wound management
(MAG Online Library, 2016-04-05)In times when the empiric use of antibiotics is being restricted due to the spread of antimicrobial resistance, the following supplement addresses how topical antiseptics, such as octenidine dihydrochloride (OCT), are less ... -
Case 11: large, infected, necrotic mixed-aetiology leg ulcer.
(MAG Online Library, 2016-03)This painful and malodorous ulcer was covered with 40% necrotic tissue. Combined use of octenilin Wound gel and Wound Irrigation Solution gently debrided the necrotic tissue, and helped reduce the pain and malodour. Within ... -
Case 12: a neuroischaemic ulcer on the heel.
(MAG Online Library, 2016-03)This necrotic ulcer was managed with sharp debridement, octenilin Wound Irrigation Solution and Wound Gel, plus a non-adherent dressing. The significant oedema in the lower limb was controlled with reduced compression. The ... -
Case 13: chronic painful ulcer on the heel of a diabetic foot.
(MAG Online Library, 2016-03)This painful ulcer, which had signs of biofilm, was covered in necrotic tissue. Octenilin Wound Gel was used to soften the necrosis in preparation for sharp debridement. Three weeks later, the devitalised tissue had been ...
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