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Review question We reviewed the evidence about whether antiseptics are safe and effective for treating burn wounds. Background Burn wounds cause many injuries and deaths worldwide. People with burn wounds are especially vulnerable to infections. Antiseptics prevent the growth of micro-organisms such as bacteria. They can be applied to burn wounds ...

Review question Phototherapy is a pain-free method of treatment that uses light to treat various medical conditions. We reviewed the evidence about phototherapy for foot ulcers in people with diabetes. We wanted to find out whether phototherapy speeds up wound healing and improves patients' quality of life, and whether there are any side effects. Background Foot ...

Dressings and topical agents for treating pressure ulcers Review question We reviewed the evidence about the effects of dressings and topical agents (such as ointments, creams and gels) on pressure ulcer healing. There are many different dressings and topical agents available, and we wanted to find out which were the most effective. Background Pressure ...

Review Question We reviewed the evidence about the effect of anabolic steroids (medicines designed to increase muscle mass) for treating people with pressure ulcers. Background Pressure ulcers are also known as bed sores, pressure sores or decubitus ulcers. Pressure ulcers are a common medical problem amongst people confined to a bed or wheelchair ...

Review question We reviewed the evidence about whether or not antimicrobial agents (antibacterial products) can prevent or treat foot infections in people with diabetes when they are applied topically (directly to the affected area). We wanted to find out if antibacterial treatments could help both infected and uninfected wounds to heal, and prevent ...

Review question We reviewed the evidence about the effect of using either a scalpel (knife) or electrosurgery in surgical operations on the abdomen. Background During abdominal surgery, surgeons need to cut through several layers of abdominal wall tissue before reaching the target operation site. To do this, surgeons can use either a sharp-bladed ...

Wounds Group Rebeca Illescas Title Tuesday, May 23, 2017 ...

Review question We reviewed the evidence about whether nasal decontamination (cleaning the nose with anti-bacterial products) is effective and safe for preventing surgical site infection (SSI) in people carrying Staphylococcus aureus (S aureus) bacteria. Background If bacteria get into a wound site during surgery, this can result in a wound infection ...

What are venous leg ulcers, and who is at risk? Venous leg ulcers are common wounds caused by damage or blockages in leg veins. This leads to pooling of blood and increased pressure in these veins. Eventually these changes can damage the skin and underlying tissue and form a long-lasting wound, or ulcer. These ulcers can be painful and leak fluid. ...

Protocol: To present an overview of the effectiveness and safety of interventions delivered during the intra-operative period aimed at preventing surgical site infections in all populations under going surgery in operating theatre settings.