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Effects of botulinum toxin type A in the prevention and treatment of facial hypertrophic scars: A meta-analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-17 Jin Lin, Xiao Wang
A meta-analysis was conducted to comprehensively evaluate the prophylactic and therapeutic efficacy of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) in the treatment of facial hypertrophic scars. Computerised searches were performed in databases, from their inception to November 2023, including Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, Wanfang, PubMed and China National Knowledge Infrastructure databases, focusing
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Effects of cluster nursing interventions on the prevention of pressure ulcers in intensive care units patients: A meta-analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-17 Ai-Guo Zhang, Ling Li, Yuan-Li Li, Shun-Xia Sun, Min Wang, Xiao-Ling Tang
A meta-analysis was conducted to comprehensively evaluate the impact of cluster nursing interventions on the prevention of pressure ulcers (PUs) in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Computer searches were performed in databases including Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Wanfang and China National Knowledge Infrastructure for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) implementing cluster
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Association between hypertension and pressure ulcer: A systematic review and meta-analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-17 Yanting Huang, Wei Zhou, Haiyang Du
This review aims to systematically evaluate the association between hypertension and pressure ulcer (PU). PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library were searched for studies from their inception until September 12, 2023. Literature search, data extraction, and quality assessment were conducted independently by two researchers. The random-effects model was used to calculate the combined odds
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Wound infection and healing in minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis compared with intramedullary nail for distal tibial fractures: A meta-analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-17 Shao-Feng Wang, Qin-Long Ji
To systematically explore the effects of minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) versus intramedullary nail (IMN) on wound infection and wound healing in patients with distal tibia fractures. A computerised search of PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase, Wanfang, China Biomedical Literature Database (CBM) and China National Knowledge Infrastructure databases was performed, from their
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The clinical value of intelligent wound measurement devices in patients with chronic wounds: A scoping review Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-17 Yujie Wu, Liping Wu, Mingfeng Yu
Chronic wounds are common in clinical practice, with long treatment cycle and high treatment cost. Changes in wound area can well predict the effectiveness of treatment and the possibility of healing. Therefore, continuous wound monitoring and evaluation are particularly important. Traditional manual wound measurement tends to overestimate wound area. Recently, various intelligent wound measurement
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Extensive analysis of risk factors associated with surgical site infections post‐cardiothoracic open surgery Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Hong Li, Xufeng Zheng, Jie Gao
Surgical site infections (SSIs) post‐cardiothoracic surgery represent a significant challenge in patient care. Understanding the risk factors contributing to SSIs is essential for improving surgical outcomes and patient safety. A comprehensive retrospective analysis was conducted at our institution from January 2021 to December 2022. This study included 30 patients with SSIs and 60 without, following
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Effects of loose combined cutting seton surgery on wound healing and pain in patients with high anal fistula: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Jie Xi, Wei Li, Tao Li, Shuai Cao, Sheng‐Chao Wei, Jia‐Cheng Xu, Yu‐He Bi
A meta‐analysis was conducted to evaluate the effects of loose combined cutting seton surgery on wound healing and pain in patients with high anal fistula, aiming to provide evidence‐based medical evidence for surgical method selection for these patients. A comprehensive computerized search of PubMed, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Wanfang and China National Knowledge Infrastructure databases was conducted
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Retraction: Thoughts and experiences regarding leg amputation among patients with diabetic foot ulcers: A phenomenological study Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14
Retraction: “Thoughts and experiences regarding leg amputation among patients with diabetic foot ulcers: A phenomenological study” by Ka-Huen Yip, Yuk-Chiu Yip, Wai-King Tsui, International Wound Journal 2023, 20: 2159-2168. The above article, published online on 30 January 2023 in Wiley Online Library (https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/iwj.14094) has been retracted by agreement between
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Effect of percutaneous vertebroplasty versus percutaneous kyphoplasty on post‐operative wound pain in patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Xiaojing Si, Dongli Shan, li Huo, Yongjun Hu, Chuanqi Zou, Boxin Wang, Junxiong Cao, Wenjie Wu
This research is intended to evaluate the efficacy of percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) versus percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) in osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF), which is associated with post‐operative pain. Eligible studies were screened by searching multiple databases and sources such as PubMed, Cochrane and EMBASE for search terms updated to October 2023, and relevant literature
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The infected diabetic foot: Modulation of traditional biomarkers for osteomyelitis diagnosis in the setting of diabetic foot infection and renal impairment Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Tyler L. Coye, P. Andrew Crisologo, Mehmet A. Suludere, Matthew Malone, Orhan K. Oz, Lawrence A. Lavery
The objective of this paper was to investigate erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and c‐reactive protein (CRP) in diagnosing pedal osteomyelitis (OM) in patients with and without diabetes, and with and without severe renal impairment (SRI). This was a retrospective cohort study of patients with moderate and severe foot infections. We evaluated three groups: Subjects without diabetes (NDM), subjects
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Analysis of treatment‐related adverse events and wound complications of surgical resection after neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy for non‐small cell lung cancer Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Yihang Li, Xiaodong Hu, Ruhu Zhang, Nan Wu, Qingqing Xia, Peijie Gu
Neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy is becoming an increasingly important part of the management of lung cancer to facilitate surgical resection. This study aimed to summarize the treatment‐related adverse events (TRAEs) and wound complications of neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy in non‐small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Eligible studies of neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy for NSCLC were identified from PubMed
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A standardized wound infection model for antimicrobial testing of wound dressings in vitro Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Cornelia Wiegand, Sarah Fink, Diana C. Mogrovejo, Marina Ruhlandt, Vanessa Wiencke, Thomas Eberlein, Florian H. H. Brill, Jörg Tittelbach
To investigate the effectiveness of antimicrobial agents against wound infections, experiments using either 2D cultures with planktonic microorganisms or animal infection models are frequently carried out. However, the transferability of the results to human skin is limited by the lack of complexity of the 2D models or by the poor translation of the results from animal models. Hence, there is a need
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Effects of clinical nursing pathway on the surgical site wound infection in patients undergoing knee or hip replacement surgery: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Zhifeng Huang, Yuanli Li, Jing Peng, Hao Wang, Kai Shen, Ya Li, Keping Yu
To explore the effect of clinical nursing pathway on wound infection in patients undergoing knee or hip replacement surgery. Computerised searches of PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase, Wanfang, China Biomedical Literature Database, China National Knowledge Infrastructure databases were conducted, from database inception to September 2023, on the randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of
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New application of traditional S retractor in collecting wound flushing fluid after skin tumour resection Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Yuancheng Liu, Shuang Zhao, Xin Liu, Xiheng Hu
After Skin tumour resection, there may be residual tumour cells on the wound surface, washing the wound surface with sterilized water can mediate tumour cell lysis and improve patient prognosis. We observed that when the patient is lying behind the operating table, both the limbs and trunk will form an inclined plane with a high centre and a low periphery. Fit the hook of the traditional S retractor
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Parecoxib decreases cellular growth and Bcl‐2 protein levels in primary cultures of keloid fibroblasts Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Roberto Grella, Giuseppe Lanzano, Mario Faenza, Giuseppe Ferraro, Gorizio Pieretti
Keloids seem to overexpress cyclo‐oxygenase‐2 (COX‐2), suggesting a role in its deregulated pathway in inducing an altered epithelial‐mesenchymal interaction, which may be responsible for the overgrowth of dermal components resulting in scars or keloid lesions. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Parecoxib, a COX‐2 inhibitor, on cell growth in fibroblast primary cultures obtained from human
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Impact of stapler versus manual closure techniques on pharyngocutaneous fistula development post‐total laryngectomy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Shuo Ding, Yang Zhang, Wei Guo, Gaofei Yin, Zhigang Huang, Qi Zhong
Pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is a major complication after total laryngectomy, with significant morbidity and mortality. Whether mechanical stapler closure of the pharynx reduces fistula rates compared to hand‐sewn techniques remains unclear. We conducted an updated systematic review and meta‐analysis to clarify this question. Five databases were systematically searched from inception through November
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Impact of prophylactic wound closure in colorectal ESD on postoperative wound complications: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Zhengdong Fang, Yan Xu, Xiaolin Huang
Endoscopic submucosa dissection (ESD) has been applied extensively in the treatment of large intestine tumours due to its high total excision ratio. Nevertheless, there is a high incidence of adverse reactions in colon ESD, and the efficacy of prophylactic ESD following ESD in prevention of postoperative haemorrhage is still disputed. The purpose of this meta‐analysis is to evaluate the effectiveness
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Effect of two different surgical modalities for pelvic organ prolapse on postoperative wound infection in patients: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Hongyin Cui, Xiaolin Lang, Changchang Huang, Jie Sun
Sacrospinous ligament fixation (SSLF) is widely applied to the treatment of female pelvis organ prolapsed. Contradictory findings have already been reported in the comparison of sacrocolpopexy (SC) with SSLF. The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of SC versus SSLF in treating pelvis organ prolapsed after operation. We conducted a meta‐analysis of both operative approaches, including
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Effects of high tibial osteotomy compared with unicondylar knee arthroplasty on the surgical site wound infection and pain in patients with medial knee osteoarthritis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Jingcheng Li, Yang Zhang, Yonghua Chen, Ying Li, Baifa Dai, Ping Liu
This study aims to comprehensively compare the effects of unicondylar knee arthroplasty (UKA) and high tibial osteotomy (HTO) on wound infection and pain in patients with medial knee osteoarthritis. A computerized search was conducted in Embase, PubMed, Google Scholar, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Cochrane Library and Wanfang databases, from database inception to October 2023, for studies
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Systematic review and quality assessment of clinical and economic evidence for superabsorbent wound dressings in a population with chronic ulcers Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Vladica M. Veličković, Tom Macmillan, Emma Lones, Yana Arlouskaya, Pablo Arija Prieto, Neil Webb, Amy Crompton, Isobel Munro, Viviane Fernandes Carvalho, Szijártó Attila, Dávid Bárdos, YunNan Lin, HaoYu Chiao, Sebastian Probst
Effective exudate management is key for optimal ulcer healing. Superabsorbent dressings are designed to have high fluid handling capacity, reduced risk of exudate leakage, fluid retention under compression, and to sequester harmful exudate components. This study aimed to systematically identify existing evidence for the clinical efficacy and cost‐effectiveness of superabsorbent dressings for the treatment
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Effect of angiogenesis inhibitors on wound healing in patients with ovarian cancer: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Xin Li, Deyang Zeng, Jing Shi
Angiogenic inhibitors have been demonstrated to inhibit tumour cells in ovarian carcinoma, but the initial data are not accurate enough to indicate the influence of these drugs on the post‐therapy wound healing. In order to assess the effect of angiogenic inhibitors on the treatment of wound healing in ovarian carcinoma, we performed a meta‐analysis of related literature. For this meta‐analysis, we
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Impacts of continuous quality improvement on wound pain in the puncture site of arteriovenous fistula in haemodialysis patient Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Hui Li, Xian‐Li Liu, Si‐Feng Huang, Yi‐Jun Wen
This study analyses the effects of a continuous quality improvement nursing model on wound pain at the arteriovenous fistula (AVF) puncture site in patients undergoing haemodialysis. Forty haemodialysis patients from the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, from September 2020 to December 2022, were selected as study subjects. They were randomly divided into an observation group
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Effectiveness of SCAR‐Q for assessment of incisional SCAR after implant‐based reconstruction in breast cancer patients: Can it be a tool for incision selection? Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Misa Suzuki, Takako Komiya, Maiko Asai, Nanako Ayabe, Mai Hanano, Yuichiro Kawai, Kazuki Shimada, Takashi Ishikawa, Hajime Matsumura
Incisional scarring is a factor of cosmetic appearance evaluated after breast reconstruction, along with the shape, position, and size of the breast. This study aimed to examine the effect of the incision scar location on patient satisfaction after breast reconstruction. Using the Japanese version of the SCAR‐Q, we assessed the scar appearance, symptoms and psychosocial effects. Plastic surgeons performed
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Identification and clinical validation of the role of anoikis‐related genes in diabetic foot Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Nan Su, Jiwei Wang, Hengrui Zhang, Haoyong Jin, Baojian Miao, Jiangli Zhao, Xuchen Liu, Chao Li, Xinyu Wang, Ning Yang
This study aims to investigate the role of anoikis‐related genes in diabetic foot (DF) by utilizing bioinformatics analysis to identify key genes associated with anoikis in DF. We selected the GEO datasets GSE7014, GSE80178 and GSE68183 for the extraction and analysis of differentially expressed anoikis‐related genes (DE‐ARGs). GO analysis and KEGG analysis indicated that DE‐ARGs in DF were primarily
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HMOX1 as a therapeutic target associated with diabetic foot ulcers based on single‐cell analysis and machine learning Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Yiqi Chen, Yixin Zhang, Ming Jiang, Hong Ma, Yuhui Cai
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a serious chronic complication of diabetes mellitus and a leading cause of disability and death in diabetic patients. However, current treatments remain unsatisfactory. Although macrophages are associated with DFU, their exact role in this disease remains uncertain. This study sought to detect macrophage‐related genes in DFU and identify possible therapeutic targets
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The impact of early nutritional support on postoperative wound healing in patients with complex fractures: A meta‐analysis review Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Lizhen Bao, Ruzai Chu, Lili Zhang, Jianchun Li, Huiming Yang, Huacong Pang
Complex fractures present significant challenges in orthopaedic surgery, particularly in terms of postoperative wound healing. Nutritional status plays a crucial role in the recovery process, with early nutritional support potentially influencing wound healing outcomes. This meta‐analysis aimed to assess the impact of early nutritional interventions on postoperative wound healing and scar formation
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A cross‐sectional analysis of social media searches for popular hidradenitis suppurativa treatments using Facebook, Reddit, and Google Trends Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Bianca E. Ituarte, Divya Sharma, Jennifer M. Fernandez, Ashley Wysong, Erin X. Wei
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful and disfiguring condition with many associated comorbidities.1 Patients with HS have been shown to have strong internalised skin biases and live with stigma regarding their condition and associated sequelae.2 An increasing number of patients turn to the internet where they can seek anecdotal advice on social media. Two such forums are “Hidradenitis Suppurativa
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Effect of passive versus active abdominal drainage on wound infection after pancreatectomy: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Yanchun Han, Zuowei Wu, Jiafan Song, Qiang Zhang, Lijuan Wei, Huimin Lu
Following pancreatic resection, there may be a variety of complications, including wound infection, haemorrhage, and abdominal infection. The placement of drainage channels during operation may decrease the chances of postoperative complications. However, what kind of drainage can decrease the rate of postoperative complications is still a matter of debate. The purpose of this research is to evaluate
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A retrospective cohort study of the impact of COVID‐19 infection control measures on surgical site infections in an academic hospital setting Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Houman Teymourian, Mohsen ArianNik, Babak Mohit, Nilofar Massoudi
Previous studies show that both the frequency of surgeries and incidence of surgical site infections (SSIs) have been lower during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic. This study's purpose is to analyse the possible association of the COVID‐19 epidemic‐related increased health measures, such as protective equipment and products, increased hand hygiene and restrictions imposed, on the incidence
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Effects of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcer in elderly bedridden patients Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Gui‐Liu Deng, Yu‐Ling Lei, Hui Tan, Bing‐Chao Geng, Zhen Liu
The study explores the impact of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcers (PUs) in elderly bedridden patients. A total of 120 elderly bedridden patients from the Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture between August 2019 and August 2023 were selected as the subjects of the study and were randomly divided into an observation group and a control group using a random
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The application of topical antibiotics for the prevention of infections in primary joint arthroplasty. An umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Hua Luo, Zhongyi Chen, Qiaohong Pan, Haifeng Mei, Weifu Chen, Zhong Zhu
This umbrella review aim to explore the effect of topical antibiotics in infection prevention after primary joint arthroplasty, and provide a specific theoretical basis for clinical treatment. The review process was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses guidelines. We searched PubMed, EMBASE, Medline, and the Cochrane Library on infection prevention
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Shame in patients undergoing ureterostomy: A cross‐sectional survey Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Qin Li, Lin Zhuo, Ting Zhang
Shame has an important impact on the mental health and quality of life of patients. The shame in patients with ureterostomy after cystectomy remains unclear. This survey aimed to evaluate the status quo and influencing factors of shame in patients with ureterostomy after cystectomy, to provide support for the clinical care. Patients with ureterostomy after cystectomy treated in the wound stomy clinic
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The effect of traditional Chinese medicine soaking method on the healing of diabetic foot ulcers: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Jintao Han, Jiani Shen, Boyue Ling
Foot infections, sores or deep tissue damage from diabetes can be a serious psychological and physical injury. This paper aims at making meta‐analyses on the therapeutic effects of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on diabetic foot ulcers. The Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP Database, Wanfang Database and so on, has conducted a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the clinical effect
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YouTube as a source of information for pressure injury: Quality assessment and content analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Myeonghwan Bang, Chan Woong Jang, Han Eol Cho, Hyoung Seop Kim
We aimed to assess the quality and reliability of pressure injury‐related videos uploaded on YouTube, analyse the sources and contents, and examine the correlation between video parameters. We searched YouTube using two keywords, “pressure ulcer” and “pressure sore”, on August 20, 2022. We sorted the videos according to their number of views and included the top 100 videos for each keyword. The quality
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Nomogram for predicting surgical site infections in elderly patients after open lumbar spine surgery: A retrospective study Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Yan An, Xinghui Cui, Hui Wang, Yingui Sun, Baoqi Zhu, Shuo Feng, Jun Jiang
The aim of this study is to develop a nomogram to assess the risk of surgical site infection in elderly patients undergoing open lumbar spine surgery and explore related risk factors. We reviewed the records of 578 elderly patients who had undergone open lumbar spine surgery. The clinical parameters were subjected to lasso regression and logistic regression analyses. Subsequently, a nomogram was constructed
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Effects of photodynamic therapy in patients with infected skin ulcers: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Rui Gu, Sha'ni Fei, Zhaoyu Liu, Xiaoqi Liu, Xiaoxiao Fang, Hengjin Wu, Xia Zhang, Guomei Xu, Fengquan Xu
The purpose of the meta‐analysis was to evaluate and compare the photodynamic therapy's effectiveness in treating infected skin wounds. The results of this meta‐analysis were analysed, and the odds ratio (OR) and mean difference (MD) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using dichotomous or contentious random‐ or fixed‐effect models. For the current meta‐analysis, 6 examinations spanning
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Study on the relationship between sublingual microcirculation disorder and pressure injury in patients with acute infection Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Dongjing Zuo, Peng Li, Shubin Guo, Bing Wei, Jun Yang
1 FOREWORD A pressure injury is defined as a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue at the bony prominence area or at the point of contact with medical devices due to severe and/or prolonged pressure or pressure combined with shear, usually with deep tissue damage but intact skin or open ulcers with pain. In recent years, the incidence and prevalence of pressure injuries have remained
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Effect of Chinese herbal compound dressings in treating patients with diabetic foot ulcers: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Qian Yang, Fei Liu, Changxiu Zhao, Xin Xu, Yaqi Wang, Weiwei Zuo
This meta‐analysis aims to systematically investigate the clinical efficacy of Chinese herbal compound dressings in treating patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). A comprehensive computerised search was conducted in databases including PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wanfang databases, from database inception to November 2023, to identify
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Evaluating the role of wound‐healing genes in conjunction with stool routine and serum tumor markers for colorectal cancer diagnosis and prognostic implications Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Kunze Yu, Xing Fang
Colorectal cancer is a common malignant digestive tract tumour with high morbidity and mortality. Early detection, treatment and diagnosis are crucial for preventing and treating colorectal cancer, which develops through multi‐stage accumulation and gene participation, affecting tumour marker levels. Chronic wounds can lead to the development of certain cancers, such as colorectal cancer. The prolonged
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The impact of glucocorticoids therapy on cutaneous wounds in Kawasaki disease: A meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Jian Hu, Lichao Gao, Songling Fu, Wei Wang, Chunhong Xie, Yiying Zhang, Haiyan Ke, Fangqi Gong
Kawasaki disease (KD) is one of the most challenging diseases that is defined as an acute vasculitis that affects the coronary arteries primarily in children. It causes complications if left untreated at early stages, ultimately leading to death. Corticosteroids have been recognized to treat and cause great impact on the patients with KD. Glucocorticoid is one of the main corticosteroids that are being
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A systematic review of the impact of compression therapy on quality of life and pain among people with a venous leg ulcer Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Declan Patton, Pinar Avsar, Aicha Sayeh, Aglecia Budri, Tom O'Connor, Simone Walsh, Linda Nugent, Denis Harkin, Niall O'Brien, Jonathan Cayce, Michael Corcoran, Mario Gaztambide, Zena Moore
AimTo gain a greater understanding of how compression therapy affects quality of life, this systematic review appraised existing published studies measuring the impact of compression therapy on health quality of life (HRQoL), and pain, among people with venous leg ulcers (VLU).MethodFive databases were searched, and two authors extracted data and appraised the quality of selected papers using the RevMan
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Effects of evidence‐based nursing care interventions on wound pain and wound complications following surgery for finger tendon injury Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Xin‐Lan Zhang, Chun‐Yan Wang, Liu‐Liu Pan, Yu‐Jie Li
We conducted this study aimed to examine the impact of evidence‐based nursing interventions on postoperative wound pain and complications after surgery for finger tendon injury. A total of 86 patients treated for finger tendon injuries at our hospital from January 2021 to October 2023 were selected and randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. The control group received conventional
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Effect of two different modalities of hysterectomy on wound infection and wound dehiscence in obese patients Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Ling Long, Xuan He, Yuyang Liu, Cuirong Lei
This research intended to investigate the influence of the operation of both kinds of hysterectomies in the risk of wound infection and the degree of wound dehiscence. Both of them were open field and laparoscope. In this research, we looked into four databases: PubMed, Web of Science, Embase and Cochrane Library. Research was conducted on various operative methods for hysterectomy in obese patients
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Effects of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcer in older bedridden patients: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Zhu‐Feng Liu, Juan Meng, Na Jing, Xiao‐Yun Liu
To evaluate the effect of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcers in elderly bedridden patients by meta‐analysis. Applied computer searches of PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Wanfang databases for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on the effect of predictive nursing in preventing pressure ulcers in elderly bedridden patients
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Effect of quality nursing intervention on wound healing in patients with burns: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Ling Liu, Zhu‐Feng Liu, Hong‐Yu Zhu, Hui‐Qin Xu
This meta‐analysis aimed to explore the effects of quality nursing intervention on wound healing in patients with burns. A computerised search was conducted for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on the effect of quality nursing intervention on wound healing in patients with burns in the PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Wanfang databases
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Traditional Chinese medicine Qingre Huoxue decoction enhances wound healing in through modulation of angiogenic and inflammatory pathways Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Wen Li, Yongqi Chen, Zhenguo Cai, Xiang He, Lili Yang, Jiong Zhu, Wuqing Wang
This study investigates the therapeutic potential of Qingre Huoxue Decoction (QHD), a traditional Chinese herbal formulation, in promoting wound healing in an imiquimod‐induced murine model of psoriasis. The research was driven by the need for effective wound healing strategies in psoriatic conditions, where conventional treatments often fall short. Employing a combination of in vivo and in vitro methodologies
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Simulating contamination of the operator and surrounding environment during wound debridement through fluorescent labelling Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 Huixue Jia, Rui He, Hui Guan, Huijuan Li, Xin Qi
We investigated the contamination of the operator and the surrounding environment during wound debridement through simulated operations using fluorescent labelling. On‐site simulated operation assessment was performed before and after the training. Oranges and square towels were used to simulate wounds and the inpatient units, respectively. Fluorescent powder was applied to the surfaces. Operations
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Multi‐disciplinary diabetic limb salvage programme in octogenarians with diabetic foot ulcers is not futile: An observational study with historical controls Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Lixia Ge, Jiashen Zhao, Matthew Tan, Elaine Tan, Huiling Liew, Enming Yong, Jeremy Hoe, Claris Shi, Dexter Yak Seng Chan, Gary Yee Ang, Joseph Antonio Molina, Yan Sun, Wai Han Hoi, Sadhana Chandraskear, Zhiwen Joseph Lo
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a multi‐disciplinary diabetic limb salvage programme in improving clinical outcomes and optimising healthcare utilisation in 406 patients aged ≥80 years with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), compared to 2392 younger patients enrolled from June 2020 to June 2021 and against 1716 historical controls using one‐to‐one propensity score matching. Results showed that
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Effect of right internal mammary artery versus radial artery as a second graft vessel in coronary artery bypass grafting on postoperative wound infection in patients: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Hong Du, Xiaowei Gu, Zhiyuan Zhang, Zichao Dong, Xiaofei Ran, Li Zhou
Few studies have shown that radial artery (RA), which is used as a secondary arterial graft, offers superior results compared with right internal thoracic artery (RIMA) in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). In a meta‐analysis of observational studies starting in 2023, we looked at the effect of re‐operation on postoperative infection and haemorrhage in CABG with RA vs. RIMA. The electronic database
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Comparative analysis of wound healing techniques in postoperative bladder cancer patients Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Linlin Zhong, Feng Wang
Bladder cancer is a highly prevalent malignancy that presents significant difficulties in the management of wounds following surgery. The present study investigated the critical necessity to optimize wound healing techniques in patients undergoing bladder cancer surgery by contrasting conventional approaches with advanced modalities in order to promote recovery and mitigate complications. The study
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Clinical efficacy of crushed prednisolone and hydrocolloid powder in the primary treatment of peristomal pyoderma gangrenosum and correlation to in vitro drug release data Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Wendy Ann Pearson, David Andrew Prentice, Lee Yong Lim, Olivia Gianoncelli, Alice Hashiguchi, Tahlia Kate Parisella, Jade Thien Ta
We evaluated the primary application of crushed prednisolone combined with hydrocolloid powder for clinically diagnosed peristomal pyoderma gangrenosum (PPG). We present our data on this cohort and follow‐up of our previous patients. Of the 23 patients who were commenced on this regime, 18 healed (78%). Twenty‐two patients commenced on this regime as the primary treatment for their PPG, and for one
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Risk factors and clinical characteristics of surgical site infections in athletes undergoing Achilles tendon repair surgery Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Chenhao Guo, Yuze Zhang, Wenhan Dong, Bo Huang, Yinghai Liu
Achilles tendon ruptures are common in athletes, requiring surgical intervention. However, the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) post‐surgery poses significant challenges. This study aims to analyse the risk factors and microbial aetiology associated with SSIs in athletes undergoing Achilles tendon repair. A comprehensive retrospective analysis was conducted from May 2021 to July 2023. The study
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Risk assessment and pathogen profile of surgical site infections in traumatic brain injury patients undergoing emergency craniotomy: A retrospective study Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Wenxian Feng, Changqing Sun, Sha Hao, Jie Yang, Pengfei Wang, Zong Wang, Xiatong Liu, Jinfeng Lou, Yang Yang
Emergency craniotomy in patients with traumatic brain injury poses a significant risk for surgical site infections (SSIs). Understanding the risk factors and pathogenic characteristics of SSIs in this context is crucial for improving outcomes. This comprehensive retrospective analysis spanned from February 2020 to February 2023 at our institution. We included 25 patients with SSIs post‐emergency craniotomy
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Effect of topical application of autologous platelet gel on sternal wound infection after cardiac surgery: A meta‐analysis Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Yifan Li, Zhong Wu
Following heart operation, a severe life‐threatening complication has been identified by investigators who have recently discovered that local application of platelet‐rich plasma (PRP) can lower the rate of wound infection in heart surgery. Nevertheless, due to the low quality of these trials, we have tried to perform high‐quality meta‐analyses to prove the efficacy of PRP in heart surgery for post‐operative
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Aetiology, risk factors and treatment of typical and atypical pressure ulcers in patients with traumatic brain injury: A narrative review Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Mohammadreza Dehghani, Hossein Pourmontaseri
Pressure ulcers are one of the leading complications in bedridden patients that result in multiple burdens on healthcare systems and patients (11 billion dollars/year). The prevalence of pressure ulcers in traumatic brain injury patients is 1.5‐fold compared with the other bedridden patients. Moreover, critical traumatic brain injury patients who are admitted to the intensive care unit experience severe
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Beyond the burn: An observational study of cardiovascular risk in burn survivors in the north of Iran Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Soroosh Samadi, Arsalan Salari, Mohammadreza Mobayen, Maryam Shakiba, Ali Bazi, Hamid Hojjati, Nafiseh Hekmati Pour, Bahar Farhadi, Hamidreza Alizadeh Otaghvar, Alireza Shirzadi, Mohaya Farzin
Burn survivors experience profound physiological changes following injury, which may have lasting implications for cardiovascular health. This study aims to investigate the cardiovascular risk profile among burn survivors treated at a burn center in northern Iran. This observational study was conducted from 2022 to 2023 at the burn centre affiliated with Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht
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Assessing the efficacy of Naoxintong capsules on wound healing in post‐craniotomy patients: A clinical perspective Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Guojiang Zheng, Ting Yu, Ayesha Humayun, Hui Chen
This study was conducted to determine whether Naoxintong capsules may enhance wound healing and reduce postoperative complications in individuals having craniotomies. A total of 120 patients at Tongji Hospital, Shanghai, participated in this clinical perspective study conducted from April 2022 to June 2023. Participants were divided into treatment group (n = 60), receiving standard care plus Naoxintong
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Association between stroke and venous leg ulcers: A Mendelian randomization study Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Ruiye Xie, Zhengyun Han, Guoqing Liu, Lei Chen
To investigate any potential bidirectional causal relationships between stroke and venous leg ulcers (VLUs), Mendelian randomization (MR) analyses were carried out in this study. The exposure factor was stroke, the outcome factor was VLUs. The two‐sample MR study was carried out based on the online analysis platform (http://app.mrbase.org/). The association of stroke and VLUs was analysed via methods
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Prevention strategies for the recurrence of venous leg ulcers: A scoping review Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Bingyang He, Junfang Shi, Lingyan Li, Yuanyuan Ma, Han Zhao, Peiwei Qin, Peifen Ma
Venous leg ulcer (VLU) is the most severe manifestations of chronic venous disease, which has characterized by slow healing and high recurrence rates. This typically recalcitrant and recurring condition significantly impairs quality of life, prevention of VLU recurrence is essential for helping to reduce the huge burden of patients and health resources, the purpose of this scoping review is to analyse
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Near‐infrared spectroscopy data for foot skin oxygen saturation in healthy subjects Int. Wound J. (IF 3.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Mehmet A. Suludere, Arthur Tarricone, Bijan Najafi, Lee Rogers, Michael C. Siah, Gu Eon Kang, Lawrence A. Lavery
Our objective was to evaluate normative data for near‐infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) in 110 healthy volunteers by Fitzpatrick skin type (FST) and region of the foot. We obtained measurements of the dorsum and plantar foot using a commercially available device (SnapshotNIR, Kent Imaging, Calgary Canada). On the dorsum of the foot, people with FST6 had significantly lower oxygen saturation compared to