Why Wounds Fail to Heal

Why Wounds Fail to Heal WHY WOUNDS FAIL TO HEAL There must be adequate supplies of nutrients and oxygen available in the body for cell metabolism and effective waste product removal for a wound to heal at the optimal rate. There are several reasons why wounds fail to...

Moisture Associated Skin Damage

Moisture Associated Skin Damage Moisture Associated skin damage There are many terms used to describe moisture-induced skin damage (Beekman et al, 2004). A moisture lesion is defined as being caused by urine and/or faeces and perspiration that is in continuous contact...