Alternative Wound Management: Translating Science into Practice

Abstract

GENERAL PURPOSE To present a scoping review of preclinical and clinical trial evidence supporting the efficacy and/or safety of major alternative wound care agents to summarize their effects on validated elements of wound bed preparation and wound management paradigms. TARGET AUDIENCE This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES After participating in this educational activity, the participant will: 1. Differentiate the effectiveness of the topical wound care agents included in this review. 2. Compare the preventive efficacy of intravenous agents administered to trauma and surgical patients. 3. Select the effectiveness of products in this review that are left in place after surgical procedures. 4. Identify an oral agent that can be helpful in mitigating the effects of COVID-19.