by Hy-Tape International
Infections are common and serious complications associated with post-surgical wounds. In wounds resulting from clean surgery, 8% become infected among the general populatio...
By Emily Keeter and James McGuire DPM, PT, CPed, FAPWHc
BloodSTOP iX is an absorbable, bioresorbable, lipophilic, animal-free hemostat, which resembles and is designed to handle like gauze. BloodST...
By Chinenye Queen Ezike and James McGuire DPM, PT, CPed, FAPWHc
Venous Leg Ulcers (VLUs) are the most common cause of lower extremity ulcerations, affecting about 1% of the US population. Recurrenc...
By Keval Parikh and James McGuire DPM, PT, CPed, FAPWHc
An important aspect of the field of wound care is the proper preparation of the wound bed. Key points in wound bed preparation include minimi...
By Carmelita Harbeson and James McGuire DPM, PT, CPed, FAPWHc
Hemostasis, the resolution of bleeding, consists of several intricate and controlled steps: platelet activation, coagulation, and vascu...
By Hy-Tape International, Inc.
Secondary dressings can be an effective tool to protect the primary dressing or provide additional functionality beyond the primary dressing. Hydrocolloid or foam dre...
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