Full Description
Gene therapy, bioengineered skin, and other methods in advanced biology are revolutionizing the treatment of wounds. Written by experts in research and clinical practice, Cutaneous Wound Healing examines the current knowledge and emerging treatment methods. This volume explains the normal molecular and cellular functions that occur when a wound heals, as well as dysfunctional events, such as a chronic wound or an ulcer. Such dysfunctions signal an imbalance in the body, explained here along with possible treatments. The book's mini-atlas is an indispensable reference tool. Dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and general practitioners can benefit from this text.
Contents
Introduction and Overviews, V. FalangaThe Skin and its Barrier Function: Implications for Wound Healing, P.M. Elias, L.C. Wood, and K.R. FeingoldThe Cellular and Molecular Events of Wound Healing, F. Mehendale and P. MartinKeratinocyte Biology and Dermal-Epidermal Interactions, P.A. Harris, I.M. Leigh, and H.A. NavsariaExpression and Regulation of the Collagen Family in Skin, B.D. SmithGrowth Factors, Signal Transcuction, and Cellular Responses, V. Falanga and J. ShenRole of Immunocytes, Cytokines and Angiogenesis in Wound Healing, M.W. Lingen and B.J. NickoloffExperimetnal Models of Wound Healing, J.E. Mogford and T.A. MunroeGene Therapy of Wounds, J. Slama, J.M. Davidson, and E. ErikssonThe Overall Clinical Approach to Wounds, M. Cho and T.K. HuntThe Chronic Wound: Failure to Heal, V. FalangaThe Overall Clinical Approach to Chronic Wounds, D. Banerjee, V. Jones, and K.G. HardingLaboratory Evaluation of Non-Healing Wounds, R. ManiInfected Wounds: Definitions and Controversies, A. Browne, G. Dow, and R.G. SibbaldWound Dressings: Their Evolution and Use, L.G. OvingtonSurgical Debridement of Wounds, G.B. KoevekerUlcers Due to Inflammatory Processes, D.L. Paquette and C.A. GolombVenous Ulcers and Their Management, A.I. Rojas and T.J. PhillipsCompression Treatment: Methods and Controversies, F.J. Meyer and K.G. BurnandCase Studies in Diabetic Foot Ulcers, C.-S. Lai, C.-C. Tsai, and S.-D. LinThe Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers, P. Vowden and K.R. VowdenTherapeutic Options in the Management of Pressure Ulcers, L.G. PhillipsThe Use of Systemic and Topical Agents for Wound Healing, M. Romanelli Surgical Management of Difficult to Heal Wounds: A Vascular Approach, D.L. SteedTopical Use of Growth Factors to Enhance Healing, M.C. Robson and P.D. Smith Bioengineered Skin: Manufacturing, Safety and Quality Control, L.M. Wilkins and N.L. ParenteauThe Clinical Experience of Bioengineered Skin Products, M.L. Sabolinski and P.R. BilboThe Use of Bioengineered Skin in Burn Injury, J.F. HansbroughWound Bed Preparation for Optimal use of Advanced Therapeutic Products, V. Falanga and H. BremAppendix: Mini Atlas of Problem WoundsIndex
