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Review
. 2004 Mar;17(2):66-75; quiz 76-8.
doi: 10.1097/00129334-200403000-00012.

Debridement: controlling the necrotic/cellular burden

Elizabeth A Ayello  1 , Janet E Cuddigan
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Debridement: controlling the necrotic/cellular burden

Elizabeth A Ayello et al. Adv Skin Wound Care. 2004 Mar.

Abstract

Purpose: To provide physicians and nurses with an overview of the options for debriding a chronic wound to improve wound healing.

Target audience: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in learning about methods for debriding chronic wounds to promote wound healing.

Learning objectives: After reading the article and taking the test, the participant will be able to: 1. Describe the 4 types of debridement most commonly used in clinical practice. 2. Describe when to debride a wound and how to determine which method to use.

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