chappy34

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  1. Fistula pouch issues

    Currently treating a 9 year old with hepatic embryonal sarcoma and open wound with enterocutaneous fistula that has stomatized in a 3rd of it (RUQ measuring 5cm x 2.5cm following rib line). Now it has stopped draining from the stomatized fistula port...
  2. Prevena VAC

    Thank you so much for your feedback!!
  3. Prevena VAC

    Hello, I am curious about the Prevena incisional VAC by KCI/Acelity. I've been doing some research regarding its effectiveness of prevention of post-surgical complications (which appears to need more studies). Does anyone have personal experience wit...
  4. Stage 2 wound...

    If you're an MD, have you considered sharp debridement? Or referring patient to one that can debride it? This will quickly get rid of the slough instead of the very slow process of santyl or other dressings that allow for autolytic debridement. Less ...
  5. WOCN: is continence necessary

    I am wondering if the Continence portion of the WOCN certification is necessary. I heard that the continence portion isn't used as much by these nurses. Anyone able to shine some light on this subject? I know being a WOCN is the gold standard but I w...