In recent years, the use of topical morphine gel has increased in the palliative care setting to reduce pain in chronic wounds and fungating tumours. However, there is a paucity of evidence to support its effectiveness. Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic skin fragility disorder characterised by painful chronic wounds.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEpidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a group of rare genetic disorders resulting in skin fragility and other symptoms. Commissioned by DEBRA International and funded by DEBRA Norway, this evidence-bases guideline provides recommendations to optimise psychosocial wellbeing in EB.An international multidisciplinary panel of social and health care professionals (HCP) and people living with EB was formed.
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March 2013
This product focus seeks to give an overview of the management of wound bioburden in relation to the use of antimicrobial dressings, according to recent guidelines and best practice statements. Identification of critical colonisation/localised infection and the role of biofilms is a key aspect of effective wound management. Silver antimicrobial dressings are efficient in reducing bacteria in wounds, but must be used appropriately to prevent overuse.
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