Essential Wound Care: Basics Every Dermatologist Should Know-Wound Bed Preparation 2021-24 Update on Infection: Management Including Biofilms

Wound Bed Preparation 2021-24 Update on Infection: Management Including Biofilms

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Dr. Gary Sibbold, a public health professor, offers a comprehensive overview of wound care focusing on infection management. He introduces the wound bed paradigm, highlighting steps like debridement and infection control. Through mnemonics NERDS and STONIES, he categorizes infections to guide treatment, ranging from superficial to deep and surrounding infections. Emphasis is placed on the International Wound Infection Institute's 2022 guidelines, particularly for addressing biofilms.<br /><br />Dr. Sibbold also presents proper techniques for wound documentation, use of topical antiseptics, and implementing patient-centered care. The presentation underscores the importance of assessing arterial supply for healable wounds and adapting treatment based on patient-specific factors like adherence and comorbidities. Through polling questions, he engages the audience on effective infection diagnostic techniques. Additionally, Dr. Sibbold discusses the role of infrared thermometry and the effectiveness of various antibacterial agents, aiming to enhance wound healing by integrating evidence-based practices.

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by Gary Sibbald, MD, FAAD

Keywords

wound care

infection management

wound bed paradigm

biofilms

patient-centered care

evidence-based practices