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Sanchez-Puigdollers A, Toll A, Morgado-Carrasco D. Postoperative Wound Care in Dermatologic Surgery: Update And Narrative Review. ACTAS DERMO-SIFILIOGRAFICAS 2024:S0001-7310(24)00488-5. [PMID: 38857845 DOI: 10.1016/j.ad.2024.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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Dermatologic surgery is associated with a very low risk of complications. There is no widely accepted, evidence-based protocol with recommendations for postoperative wound care after dermatologic surgery. In this narrative review, we will be discussing the evidence on surgical wound care products and procedures. Overall, we found relatively few studies and, in many cases, a lack of statistically significant differences, possibly because of the low rate of complications. We'll be discussing the evidence on when we should initiate wound care procedures and their frequency, the type of ointment and antiseptics that should be applied, and the type of dressings that should be used. Despite the very few studies available on postoperative wound care following dermatologic surgery, there is sufficient evidence as to not recommend the use of prophylactic topical antibiotics. We also analyze the currently available evidence on surgical wound care in special situations, such as management of skin grafts, partial skin graft donor sites, xenografts/biomembranes, and surgical wounds to the legs.
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- A Sanchez-Puigdollers
- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Sagrat Cor, Barcelona, España; Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, España; Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital de Figueres, Fundació Salut Empordà, Figueres, Girona, España.
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Marglani OA, Simsim RF. Emerging Therapies in the Medical Management of Allergic Fungal Rhinosinusitis. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 76:277-287. [PMID: 38440667 PMCID: PMC10909043 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04143-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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A non-invasive type of chronic sinusitis named allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS), which is a variant of allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis with nasal obstruction, was first described in 1976. The goal of this article was to provide an overview of various treatment approaches and how they can be used to control AFRS. Since this is an inflammatory disease rather than an invasive fungal infection, the treatment tries to modulate inflammation and reduce disease burden. A comprehensive treatment strategy must incorporate medicinal, surgical, biological, and immunological techniques. Owing to the chronic nature of allergic fungal rhinosinusitis and its high propensity for flare-ups and recurrence, multiple procedures are frequently required. The most likely method of establishing a long-term disease control for AFRS is a comprehensive management strategy that integrates medical, surgical, and immunological care. However, there are still disagreements regarding the exact combinations. In this review, we have mentioned different modalities in the management of AFRS, such as monoclonal antibodies, probiotic Manuka honey, and aPDT among others, some of which are promising but require further research.
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- Osama A. Marglani
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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- Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Gryson L, Meaume S, Feldkaemper I, Favalli F. Anti-biofilm Activity of Povidone-Iodine and Polyhexamethylene Biguanide: Evidence from In Vitro Tests. Curr Microbiol 2023; 80:161. [PMID: 37004626 PMCID: PMC10067645 DOI: 10.1007/s00284-023-03257-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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Biofilm in chronic wounds is associated with delayed healing and ineffective local treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate the in vitro anti-biofilm activity of two commonly used antimicrobials, povidone-iodine (PVP-I) and polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB). The rate of anti-biofilm activity of PVP-I, PHMB, and phosphate-buffered saline (negative control) was assessed on monomicrobial biofilms of varying maturity and composition. Antimicrobial efficacy was determined by counting colony-forming units (CFU). Live/dead cell staining and time-lapse confocal microscopy were also performed. Both PVP-I and PHMB demonstrated robust in vitro anti-biofilm activity against all tested biofilms; however, PVP-I had a more rapid action versus PHMB against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) biofilms, as determined by both CFU counts and microscopy. PVP-I completely eradicated Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms of 3- and 5-day maturity (in ≤0.5 h) and 7-day maturity (in ≤3 h), while PHMB only partially depleted cell density, with no complete biofilm eradication even after 24 h. In conclusion, PVP-I had a similar in vitro anti-biofilm activity to PHMB against biofilms of varying microbial compositions and maturity, and in some cases demonstrated more potent and rapid activity versus PHMB. PVP-I may be particularly effective in treating MRSA biofilms. However, further high-quality clinical research on the efficacy of antimicrobials is required.
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- Luc Gryson
- Belgian Defence, Medical Component, Brussels, Belgium.
- ZoWe Nursing School, Brugge, Belgium.
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- Department of Geriatrics and Wound Care Unit, Hospital Rothschild, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Meda Pharma GmbH & Co. KG, a Viatris Company, Bad Homburg, Germany
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Monstrey SJ, Govaers K, Lejuste P, Lepelletier D, de Oliveira PR. Evaluation of the role of povidone‑iodine in the prevention of surgical site infections. Surg Open Sci 2023; 13:9-17. [PMID: 37034245 PMCID: PMC10074992 DOI: 10.1016/j.sopen.2023.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Background The occurrence of surgical site infections (SSIs) is associated with increased risk of mortality, development of other infections, and the need for reintervention, posing a significant health burden. The aim of this review was to examine the current data and guidelines around the use of antiseptic povidone‑iodine (PVP-I) for the prevention of SSIs at each stage of surgical intervention. Methods A literature search for selected key words was performed using PubMed. Additional papers were identified based on author expertise. Results Scientific evidence demonstrates that PVP-I can be used at every stage of surgical intervention: preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative. PVP-I is one of the most widely used antiseptics on healthy skin and mucous membranes for preoperative surgical site preparation and is associated with a low SSI rate. For intraoperative irrigation, aqueous PVP-I is the recommended agent and has been demonstrated to decrease SSIs in a range of surgical settings, and for postoperative wound healing, there is a growing body of evidence to support the use of PVP-I. Conclusions There is a need for more stringent study designs in clinical trials to enable meaningful comparisons between antiseptic agents, particularly for preoperative skin preparation. The use of a single agent (PVP-I) at each stage of surgical intervention could potentially provide advantages, including economic benefits, over agents that can only be used at discrete stages of the surgical procedure. Key message Evidence supports the use of PVP-I at all stages of surgical intervention, from preoperative measures (including skin preparation, preoperative washing, and nasal decolonization) to intraoperative irrigation, through to postoperative wound management. However, there is a need for more stringent study designs in clinical trials to enable meaningful comparisons between antiseptic agents, particularly for preoperative skin preparation.
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Ozhathil DK, Wolf SE. Prevention and treatment of burn wound infections: the role of topical antimicrobials. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther 2022; 20:881-896. [PMID: 35188850 DOI: 10.1080/14787210.2022.2044795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Infections related to the skin are the principal drivers of morbidity and mortality following severe burn, therefore a diverse armamentarium of topical antimicrobial agents were developed over the history of burn care. The last 30 years witnessed dramatic changes in the application of surgical intervention and utilization of topical therapies. AREAS COVERED We explore well-known topical antimicrobial products used in burn care. First, we investigate how fundamental changes in the practice of burn surgery influenced the choice of topical therapies used. Then, we examine antimicrobial creams and ointments commonly recognized due to their long record of use in burn care. Next, we dive into antimicrobial solutions commonly used as adjuncts to surgical intervention. Finally, we explore representative antimicrobial dressings, an ever-advancing roster of products opening the door to the next era in burn care. We also describe how these new agents relate to already established tools in present-day burn care. EXPERT OPINION In the current day, though the wisdom of early excision and wound closure remains valid, we continue to strive to minimize aggressive wound excision and disfiguring donor tissue collection while securing rapid wound closure. To this end, antimicrobial therapies are titrated to optimize operative outcomes and provide non-operative wound care when appropriate. Antimicrobial agents bridge the gap with the next generation of skin substitute and skin replacement therapies.
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- Deepak K Ozhathil
- Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, Texas
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- Division Chief, Burns, Trauma & Acute Care surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, Texas 77555-1220
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Puri D, Mishra A, Singh AP, Gaur PK, Singh M, Yasir M. Formulation Development of Topical Preparation Containing Nanoparticles of Povidone-Iodine for Wound Healing. Assay Drug Dev Technol 2021; 19:115-123. [PMID: 33535009 DOI: 10.1089/adt.2020.1029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Povidone-iodine (PVI) is an antiseptic drug that is used for wound healing or for repair of the damaged tissue. Studies on solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) indicate that this system could potentially be used as a delivery system with improved drug entrapment efficiency and controlled drug release for hydrophilic actives. This study focuses on developing a topical gel containing SLNs of PVI for wound healing. SLNs were prepared by using the solvent emulsification diffusion method. Lipids such as glycerol monostearate, palmitic acid, and stearic acid, and surfactants such as polysorbate 80, soyalecithin, and Pluronic F-68 were used for the preparation of SLN. These were screened out based on particle size and entrapment efficiency of SLN. Gel was prepared by using Carbopol 940 (1% w/w) and propylene glycol (10% w/w). Formulated SLNs were evaluated by various in vitro and in vivo techniques. Based on the results, the drug-to-lipid ratio (1:3) and 2% polysorbate 80 (surfactant) along with stirring rate (3,000 rpm) produced the desired particle size (285.4 nm) with good stability. 22.85% drug loading and 88.83% drug entrapment efficiency were found in the optimized formulation. In vitro drug release shows that it follows the Korsmeyer-Peppas model. The animal study shows that the period of epithelization produced by the test group was 17.14 ± 1.35 days, which was near to that of the standard group (16.25 ± 1.24 days). Clinical Trial Registration number: 1044/PO/Re/S/07/CPCSEA.
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- Dinesh Puri
- Department of Pharmaceutics, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy, Ghaziabad, India.,Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy, Ghaziabad, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy, Ghaziabad, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy, Ghaziabad, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy, Ghaziabad, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Health Science, Arsi University, Asella, Ethiopia
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Medikeri G, Javer A. Optimal Management of Allergic Fungal Rhinosinusitis. J Asthma Allergy 2020; 13:323-332. [PMID: 32982320 PMCID: PMC7494399 DOI: 10.2147/jaa.s217658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Introduction Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a chronic disorder with significant morbidity and a high recurrence rate needing long-term follow-up. Even after its first description many decades ago, there is still considerable uncertainty about the management of this condition. Description In this chapter, we breakdown the topic “Optimal management of allergic fungal rhinosinusitis” into sub-headings in order to discuss the latest research and available literature under each topic in great detail. Every attempt has been made to incorporate the highest level of evidence that was available at the time of writing. Summary Pre-operative diagnosis and further management prior to surgery is important. Steroids help in reducing inflammation and help improve the surgical field. Surgery remains the mainstay in the management of this condition along with long-term medical management. Oral steroids are reserved for acute flare-ups in the background of associated lung concerns. Oral and topical antifungal agents have no role in the control of the disease. Biological agents are being prescribed predominantly by respiratory physician colleagues, mainly for the control of the chest-related issues rather than for sinus disease. Immunotherapy as an adjunct with surgery is promising. Conclusion AFRS is a disease with many variables and a wide range of symptomatic presentation. It takes a keen clinician to identify the disease and subsequently manage the condition. Treatment involves long-term follow-up with early detection of recurrence or flare-ups. Any of the mentioned modalities of management may be employed to effectively control the condition, and treatment protocols will have to be tailor-made to suit each individual patient. Various medications and drugs such as Manuka honey, antimicrobial photodynamic therapy, hydrogen peroxide and betadine rinses appear to be promising. More robust studies need to be undertaken to ascertain their routine use in clinical practice.
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- Rhinology & Skull Base Surgery, St. Paul's Sinus Center, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Yoshino Y, Hashimoto A, Ikegami R, Irisawa R, Kanoh H, Sakurai E, Nakanishi T, Maekawa T, Tachibana T, Amano M, Hayashi M, Ishii T, Iwata Y, Kawakami T, Sarayama Y, Hasegawa M, Matsuo K, Ihn H, Omoto Y, Madokoro N, Isei T, Otsuka M, Kukino R, Shintani Y, Hirosaki K, Motegi S, Kawaguchi M, Asai J, Isogai Z, Kato H, Kono T, Tanioka M, Fujita H, Yatsushiro H, Sakai K, Asano Y, Ito T, Kadono T, Koga M, Tanizaki H, Fujimoto M, Yamasaki O, Doi N, Abe M, Inoue Y, Kaneko S, Kodera M, Tsujita J, Fujiwara H, Le Pavoux A. Wound, pressure ulcer and burn guidelines – 6: Guidelines for the management of burns, second edition. J Dermatol 2020; 47:1207-1235. [DOI: 10.1111/1346-8138.15335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/05/2020] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Vogt PM, Hauser J, Mueller S, Bosse B, Hopp M. Efficacy of Conventional and Liposomal Povidone-Iodine in Infected Mesh Skin Grafts: An Exploratory Study. Infect Dis Ther 2017; 6:545-555. [PMID: 29019097 PMCID: PMC5700892 DOI: 10.1007/s40121-017-0172-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2017] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Introduction Infection is a major threat to wound healing and a leading cause of graft loss in patients undergoing meshed skin grafts (MSGs). Therefore, topical antisepsis is important in the overall treatment scheme. Methods An exploratory satellite group of 14 patients with infected MSGs were enrolled as part of a prospective, randomized, controlled, parallel-group, open-label, pilot Phase II study that investigated the efficacy and tolerability of 3% liposomal povidone–iodine hydrogel (PVP–ILH, Repithel®; RepiGel®) versus chlorhexidine gauze in non-infected MSGs. The satellite group included both patients with infected wound beds prior to grafting and patients with infection of a previously placed graft, with MSG sizes ranging from 50 to 1000 cm2, who were randomized to treatment with (PVP–ILH) or 10% povidone–iodine ointment (Betaisodona®; BETADINE®). Medication was applied in a 2-mm layer and dressing changes with identical application of study medication took place daily. Wounds were evaluated by photoplanimetry, microbiologically and subjectively by patients and physicians. Results The results for the main study group have been reported previously. In the satellite group, both PVP–ILH and povidone–iodine ointment performed remarkably well with respect to lowering the bacterial count and restoring wound healing, with different emphasis. Povidone–iodine ointment showed excellent antibacterial efficacy with no detectable microorganisms by Day 10, and rapid re-epithelialization (mean 90% by Day 6). PVP–ILH also demonstrated rapid re-epithelialization (mean 72% by Day 6) with a trend towards improved subjective measures of wound healing quality. Four patients (40%) receiving PVP–ILH experienced partial graft loss (10–15% of total MSG area); no patients in the povidone–iodine ointment group experienced graft loss. Conclusion Our results suggest that povidone–iodine ointment has a strong role in managing infected wounds, especially when a high concentration of povidone–iodine may be warranted, while PVP–ILH indicated similar beneficial results on markers of wound healing quality in larger infected wounds. Trial Registration The trial was conducted prior to mandatory registration of drug products, PVP–ILH represents a medicated device in the EU and many other countries. Funding Mundipharma Research GmbH & Co. KG.
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- Mundipharma Research GmbH & Co KG, Limburg, Germany
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- Mundipharma Research GmbH & Co KG, Limburg, Germany
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Norman G, Christie J, Liu Z, Westby MJ, Jefferies JM, Hudson T, Edwards J, Mohapatra DP, Hassan IA, Dumville JC. Antiseptics for burns. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2017; 7:CD011821. [PMID: 28700086 PMCID: PMC6483239 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd011821.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Burn wounds cause high levels of morbidity and mortality worldwide. People with burns are particularly vulnerable to infections; over 75% of all burn deaths (after initial resuscitation) result from infection. Antiseptics are topical agents that act to prevent growth of micro-organisms. A wide range are used with the intention of preventing infection and promoting healing of burn wounds. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects and safety of antiseptics for the treatment of burns in any care setting. SEARCH METHODS In September 2016 we searched the Cochrane Wounds Specialised Register, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid MEDLINE (In-Process & Other Non-Indexed Citations), Ovid Embase, and EBSCO CINAHL. We also searched three clinical trials registries and references of included studies and relevant systematic reviews. There were no restrictions based on language, date of publication or study setting. SELECTION CRITERIA We included randomised controlled trials (RCTs) that enrolled people with any burn wound and assessed the use of a topical treatment with antiseptic properties. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently performed study selection, risk of bias assessment and data extraction. MAIN RESULTS We included 56 RCTs with 5807 randomised participants. Almost all trials had poorly reported methodology, meaning that it is unclear whether they were at high risk of bias. In many cases the primary review outcomes, wound healing and infection, were not reported, or were reported incompletely.Most trials enrolled people with recent burns, described as second-degree and less than 40% of total body surface area; most participants were adults. Antiseptic agents assessed were: silver-based, honey, Aloe Vera, iodine-based, chlorhexidine or polyhexanide (biguanides), sodium hypochlorite, merbromin, ethacridine lactate, cerium nitrate and Arnebia euchroma. Most studies compared antiseptic with a topical antibiotic, primarily silver sulfadiazine (SSD); others compared antiseptic with a non-antibacterial treatment or another antiseptic. Most evidence was assessed as low or very low certainty, often because of imprecision resulting from few participants, low event rates, or both, often in single studies. Antiseptics versus topical antibioticsCompared with the topical antibiotic, SSD, there is low certainty evidence that, on average, there is no clear difference in the hazard of healing (chance of healing over time), between silver-based antiseptics and SSD (HR 1.25, 95% CI 0.94 to 1.67; I2 = 0%; 3 studies; 259 participants); silver-based antiseptics may, on average, increase the number of healing events over 21 or 28 days' follow-up (RR 1.17 95% CI 1.00 to 1.37; I2 = 45%; 5 studies; 408 participants) and may, on average, reduce mean time to healing (difference in means -3.33 days; 95% CI -4.96 to -1.70; I2 = 87%; 10 studies; 979 participants).There is moderate certainty evidence that, on average, burns treated with honey are probably more likely to heal over time compared with topical antibiotics (HR 2.45, 95% CI 1.71 to 3.52; I2 = 66%; 5 studies; 140 participants).There is low certainty evidence from single trials that sodium hypochlorite may, on average, slightly reduce mean time to healing compared with SSD (difference in means -2.10 days, 95% CI -3.87 to -0.33, 10 participants (20 burns)) as may merbromin compared with zinc sulfadiazine (difference in means -3.48 days, 95% CI -6.85 to -0.11, 50 relevant participants). Other comparisons with low or very low certainty evidence did not find clear differences between groups.Most comparisons did not report data on infection. Based on the available data we cannot be certain if antiseptic treatments increase or reduce the risk of infection compared with topical antibiotics (very low certainty evidence). Antiseptics versus alternative antisepticsThere may be some reduction in mean time to healing for wounds treated with povidone iodine compared with chlorhexidine (MD -2.21 days, 95% CI 0.34 to 4.08). Other evidence showed no clear differences and is of low or very low certainty. Antiseptics versus non-antibacterial comparatorsWe found high certainty evidence that treating burns with honey, on average, reduced mean times to healing in comparison with non-antibacterial treatments (difference in means -5.3 days, 95% CI -6.30 to -4.34; I2 = 71%; 4 studies; 1156 participants) but this comparison included some unconventional treatments such as amniotic membrane and potato peel. There is moderate certainty evidence that honey probably also increases the likelihood of wounds healing over time compared to unconventional anti-bacterial treatments (HR 2.86, 95% C 1.60 to 5.11; I2 = 50%; 2 studies; 154 participants).There is moderate certainty evidence that, on average, burns treated with nanocrystalline silver dressings probably have a slightly shorter mean time to healing than those treated with Vaseline gauze (difference in means -3.49 days, 95% CI -4.46 to -2.52; I2 = 0%; 2 studies, 204 participants), but low certainty evidence that there may be little or no difference in numbers of healing events at 14 days between burns treated with silver xenograft or paraffin gauze (RR 1.13, 95% CI 0.59 to 2.16 1 study; 32 participants). Other comparisons represented low or very low certainty evidence.It is uncertain whether infection rates in burns treated with either silver-based antiseptics or honey differ compared with non-antimicrobial treatments (very low certainty evidence). There is probably no difference in infection rates between an iodine-based treatment compared with moist exposed burn ointment (moderate certainty evidence). It is also uncertain whether infection rates differ for SSD plus cerium nitrate, compared with SSD alone (low certainty evidence).Mortality was low where reported. Most comparisons provided low certainty evidence that there may be little or no difference between many treatments. There may be fewer deaths in groups treated with cerium nitrate plus SSD compared with SSD alone (RR 0.22, 95% CI 0.05 to 0.99; I2 = 0%, 2 studies, 214 participants) (low certainty evidence). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS It was often uncertain whether antiseptics were associated with any difference in healing, infections, or other outcomes. Where there is moderate or high certainty evidence, decision makers need to consider the applicability of the evidence from the comparison to their patients. Reporting was poor, to the extent that we are not confident that most trials are free from risk of bias.
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- Gill Norman
- University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science CentreDivision of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine & HealthJean McFarlane BuildingOxford RoadManchesterUKM13 9PL
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- University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science CentreDivision of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine & HealthJean McFarlane BuildingOxford RoadManchesterUKM13 9PL
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- University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science CentreDivision of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine & HealthJean McFarlane BuildingOxford RoadManchesterUKM13 9PL
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- University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science CentreDivision of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine & HealthJean McFarlane BuildingOxford RoadManchesterUKM13 9PL
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- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)Evidence Information ServicesLevel 1A, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaManchesterUKM1 4BT
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- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)Evidence Information ServicesLevel 1A, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaManchesterUKM1 4BT
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- University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust, Wythenshawe HospitalBurn Centre, Acute BlockSouthmoor RoadManchesterUKM23 9LT
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- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)Plastic SurgeryDepartment of Plastic Surgery, 4th Floor, Superspeciality BlockJIPMERPuducherryPuducherryIndia605006
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- University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust, Wythenshawe HospitalMicrobiologySouthmoor RoadManchesterUKM23 9LT
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- University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science CentreDivision of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine & HealthJean McFarlane BuildingOxford RoadManchesterUKM13 9PL
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Yoshino Y, Ohtsuka M, Kawaguchi M, Sakai K, Hashimoto A, Hayashi M, Madokoro N, Asano Y, Abe M, Ishii T, Isei T, Ito T, Inoue Y, Imafuku S, Irisawa R, Ohtsuka M, Ogawa F, Kadono T, Kawakami T, Kukino R, Kono T, Kodera M, Takahara M, Tanioka M, Nakanishi T, Nakamura Y, Hasegawa M, Fujimoto M, Fujiwara H, Maekawa T, Matsuo K, Yamasaki O, Le Pavoux A, Tachibana T, Ihn H. The wound/burn guidelines - 6: Guidelines for the management of burns. J Dermatol 2016; 43:989-1010. [PMID: 26971391 DOI: 10.1111/1346-8138.13288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2015] [Accepted: 12/04/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Burns are a common type of skin injury encountered at all levels of medical facilities from private clinics to core hospitals. Minor burns heal by topical treatment alone, but moderate to severe burns require systemic management, and skin grafting is often necessary also for topical treatment. Inappropriate initial treatment or delay of initial treatment may exert adverse effects on the subsequent treatment and course. Therefore, accurate evaluation of the severity and initiation of appropriate treatment are necessary. The Guidelines for the Management of Burn Injuries were issued in March 2009 from the Japanese Society for Burn Injuries as guidelines concerning burns, but they were focused on the treatment for extensive and severe burns in the acute period. Therefore, we prepared guidelines intended to support the appropriate diagnosis and initial treatment for patients with burns that are commonly encountered including minor as well as moderate and severe cases. Because of this intention of the present guidelines, there is no recommendation of individual surgical procedures.
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- Yuichiro Yoshino
- Department of Dermatology, Japanese Red Cross Kumamoto Hospital, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Fukushima Medical University, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine, Yamagata, Japan
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- Intensive Care Unit, Kumamoto University Hospital, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Miyagi, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine, Yamagata, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Mazda Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kansai Medical University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Hyogo College of Medicine, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Fukuoka University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Marianna University School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, NTT Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Japan Community Health Care Organization Chukyo Hospital, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Osaka Red Cross Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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Hoekstra MJ, Westgate SJ, Mueller S. Povidone-iodine ointment demonstrates in vitro efficacy against biofilm formation. Int Wound J 2016; 14:172-179. [PMID: 26968574 PMCID: PMC7949843 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2015] [Revised: 01/14/2016] [Accepted: 02/10/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Anti-infectives used to treat chronic exuding wounds are diluted by wound exudates, absorbed into dressings, metabolised by proteases and destroyed by pH. In order to mimic such effects of exudates, the efficacy of six topical wound agents was assessed undiluted and at 10% concentrations, including povidone-iodine ointment and a silver-impregnated wound dressing, to remove biofilms of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, multi-species biofilms of Candida albicans and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in vitro in a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reactor. Povidone-iodine was also diluted to 3·3% and 33·3% of the commercial concentrations. Viable microorganisms in each preparation were quantified by colony count. No viable P. aeruginosa biofilm material was recovered after 4 and 24 hours of treatment with povidone-iodine ointment at the 100% and 10% concentrations. No C. albicans/MRSA biofilm material was recovered after 4 and 24 hours of treatment with povidone-iodine ointment at the 100% concentration. In general, following dilution, povidone-iodine ointment appeared to exhibit greater biofilm removal than the other agents tested. Further research involving different microorganisms in vitro and in vivo over a longer period of time will help elucidate the full potential of povidone-iodine ointment and liposomal hydrogel.
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An In Vivo Comparison of Commonly Used Topical Antimicrobials on Skin Graft Healing After Full-Thickness Burn Injury. J Burn Care Res 2015; 36:e47-54. [DOI: 10.1097/bcr.0000000000000072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Woo KY. Management of non-healable or maintenance wounds with topical povidone iodine. Int Wound J 2013; 11:622-6. [PMID: 23289876 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2012] [Revised: 11/14/2012] [Accepted: 11/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Although complete healing may appear to be the logical goal for most patients and clinicians, some wounds do not have the potential to heal due to a number of factors such as inadequate vasculature, coexisting medical conditions and medications that prohibit the healing process. Local management of wounds that are considered to have poor potential for healing remains elusive. The purpose of this article is to review the evidence that supports the use of topical antiseptic agents in non-healable wounds. Retrospective chart audit was conducted to evaluate the use of povidone iodine in the management of wounds that were deemed to have poor healing potential.
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- Kevin Y Woo
- School of Nursing, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 3N6, Canada
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Du L, Tong L, Jin Y, Jia J, Liu Y, Su C, Yu S, Li X. A multifunctional in situ-forming hydrogel for wound healing. Wound Repair Regen 2012; 20:904-10. [PMID: 23110551 DOI: 10.1111/j.1524-475x.2012.00848.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2011] [Accepted: 07/19/2012] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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In this study, a multifunctional in situ-forming hydrogel (MISG) was prepared as a wound dressing designed to stop bleeding, inhibit inflammation, relieve pain, and improve healing. A mixture of poloxamers 407 and 188 was used for the matrix of the MISG. Other ingredients include aminocaproic acid (to stop bleeding), povidone iodine (anti-infective), lidocaine (pain relief), and chitosan (to enhance wound healing and regeneration). The incipient gelation temperature of the MISG was modified by varying the poloxamer concentration. Poloxamer cytotoxicity was evaluated in addition to the effect of the MISG on hemostasis in rabbits, pain relief in mice, bacteriostasis in vitro, and wound healing. The optimal MISG matrix consisted of 30% (w/v) poloxamer (407/188, 1 : 1, w/w) solution and was able to change to a gel within 10 minutes at 37 °C. The poloxamer solution had no cytotoxicity in fibroblasts. Compared to sterile gauze alone, the MISG significantly shortened average hemostasis time and decreased bleeding. The hydrogel showed strong bacteriostatic action similar to povidone iodine solution. It markedly increased the pain threshold and accelerated wound healing compared to the gauze. The MISG is a promising formulation for wound healing in emergency situations.
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- Lina Du
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, China
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Karayannopoulou M, Loukopoulos P, Papazoglou LG, Tsioli V, Anagnostou TL, Assaloumidis N, Constantinidis TC, Assimopoulou AN, Kaldrymidou E, Papageorgiou VP. Naturally Occurring Isohexenylnaphthazarins and Wound Healing: Experimental Study in Dogs. J Cutan Med Surg 2010; 14:62-70. [DOI: 10.2310/7750.2010.09024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background: The healing efficacy of isohexenylnaphthazarins (IHN) has been well proved on chronic or contaminated wounds. Objective: To evaluate the wound healing activity of an experimental ointment containing IHN on acute and noncontaminated wounds in dogs. Methods: In each of six beagle dogs, four full-thickness skin defects were created bilaterally: one 2 × 2 cm defect on the lateral aspect of each arm for subjective evaluation, laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF), and planimetry and three 1.5 × 1.5 cm defects on opposite sides of the dorsal midline for histologic evaluation. Wounds on the left were treated with an ointment based on IHN and on the right with another based on petroleum jelly (Vaseline) and beeswax. Results: Wound size decreased significantly in both sides. The significantly increased percentage of epithelialization was higher ( p = .0274) in the petroleum jelly–treated wounds on day 20. Tissue perfusion (LDF) increased significantly bilaterally in the center of the wound but only in the IHN-treated side cranial to the wound. Histologically, angiogenesis was significantly higher ( p = .0431) on day 5 in the IHN-treated wounds compared with the petroleum jelly–treated wounds. Collagen production increased significantly bilaterally. Conclusion: The IHN-based ointment promoted some of the proliferative processes, but it did not enhance the overall wound healing of acute, surgically created wounds in dogs.
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- Maria Karayannopoulou
- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- From the Department of Clinical Studies, Companion Animal Clinic; Laboratory of Pathology, School of Veterinary Medicine; and Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece; Clinic of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly, Karditsa, Greece; and Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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Smith AG, Din A, Denyer M, Crowther NJ, Eagland D, Vowden K, Vowden P, Britland ST. Microengineered surface topography facilitates cell grafting from a prototype hydrogel wound dressing with antibacterial capability. Biotechnol Prog 2007; 22:1407-15. [PMID: 17022681 DOI: 10.1021/bp060192n] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Skin wounds derive therapeutic benefit from redeployment of dermal tissues, whether as split-thickness allo- and autografts or as biological dressings comprising cultured cells. However, the clinical outcome is strongly influenced by the techniques used for cell/tissue grafting and also the microbiological status of the wound. Here we report that microtopography incorporated into the surface of a novel polymeric material, derivatized with fibronectin to promote attachment and encourage motility, improved the efficiency of cell transfer onto de-epithelialized human skin ex vivo. The microtopography had two functions, first as a conduit for migrating cells to cross between the vehicle and recipient surface and second to shield adherent cells from destruction by mechanical shearing during handling and application. Quantitative analysis showed that topographic projections (columns) rather than recesses (pits) in the hydrogel surface achieved the highest efficiency of cell transfer. In order to address the crucial relevance of microbiological contamination to the success of wound grafting, the effect of iodine on several common bacterial pathogens was examined using an XTT+C(Q10) kinetic cell viability assay. Increasing concentrations of iodine initially stressed and after 0.5% v/v were subsequently bacteriocidal for Gram-negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli and Gram-positive Bacillus subtillis and Staphylococcus aureus. Slightly higher doses of iodine (approx 1-1.5% v/v) were required to kill HaCaT cells outright, but for both pro- and eukaryotes the major determinant of cytotoxicity was absolute dose rather than duration of exposure. Iodine delivered by the hydrogel at low concentration was bacteriostatic but not apparently cytotoxic to epithelial cells as measured by MTT end-point cell viability assay. Zone of inhibition studies confirmed that bacteriocidal quantities of neomycin, phenol red, and silver could also be delivered using the same hydrogel. This research suggests that grafting cell-based biological dressings to wounds using a topographically modified hydrogel dressing capable of simultaneous reducing the microbiological threat to a successful outcome may be a realistic clinical proposition.
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- Annie G Smith
- School of Pharmacy, University of Bradford, UK, AGT Sciences Ltd., Listerhills Science Park, Bradford, UK
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