Journal of Wound Care

The only monthly, international, Medline-listed, impact factor, wound care journal

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Clinical efficacy and safety of a silver ion-releasing foam dressing on hard-to-heal wounds: a meta-analysis

Human keratin matrix in addition to standard of care accelerates healing of venous ulcers: a case series External link

Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are often large and complicated wounds that, despite combinations of advanced wound care techniques and systemic treatment of underlying vascular issues, take many months to heal and have high rates of recurrence. In this study, we investigated the efficacy of a novel wound care solution—human keratin matrix (HKM).

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TLC-NOSF dressings as a first-line local treatment of chronic wounds: a systematic review of clinical evidence

A new portable negative pressure wound therapy device: a prospective study investigating clinical outcome External link

Closed surgical incision sites at high risk of complications, and with exudate or leakage, are increasingly being managed with closed incision negative pressure wound therapy (ciNPWT) to reduce tissue stress and increase the force necessary to disrupt the incision. This study was undertaken to investigate the performance and safety of a canister-based, single-use NPWT (suNPWT) system when used on closed surgical incision sites.

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A novel approach for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers using a multimodal wound matrix: a clinical study

Clinical performance and safety of transparent postoperative dressings with silicone adhesive in daily practice on fragile skinExternal link

Currently there is limited real-world research on the adhesion qualities, pain and clinical performance of specific silicone adhesives products, and their role in maintaining skin integrity and preventing medical adhesive-related skin injuries (MARSI). This paper presents a clinical evaluation of performance and safety parameters of two silicone adhesive dressings on lacerations or surgical wounds and the surrounding skin in daily practice on fragile skin.

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Experiences of patients with hard-to-heal wounds: insights from a pilot survey

Using patient-reported experiences to inform the use of foam dressings for hard-to-heal wounds: perspectives from a wound care expert panel External link

Caring for patients with hard-to-heal (chronic) wounds requires a multifaceted approach that addresses their diverse needs, which can contribute to the complexity of care. Wound care providers must have a comprehensive understanding of the patient's comorbid conditions and psychosocial issues to provide personalised and effective treatment. Key quality indicators for effective wound care involves not only selecting appropriate local wound care products, such as foam dressings, but also addressing individual patient experiences of wound-related pain, odour, itch, excessive wound drainage, and self-care needs. The purpose of this review is to inculcate the wound care practice community, research scientists and healthcare industry with a sense of accountability in order to work collaboratively in addressing these unmet care needs.


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Medical education projects

Medical education projects

We co-ordinate and develop all types of scientific content, including clinical evaluations, case-study series, consensus documents, webinars podcasts and more.

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Live and on-demand wound-care webinars

Watch our latest webinars on-demand and join in the conversation on the latest wound-care topics

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Wounds Week Webinars

Wounds Week

Wounds Week gives a chance for the wound care community to come together, engaging in key education free of charge.

JWC Masterclass

JWC Masterclass

One-hour webinar debates led by international experts in wound care. Skin substitutes, Antimicrobial stewardship, Electrical stimulation — discover which masterclass interests you.

Semana HEI Webinars

Semana HEI

Semana HEI gives a chance for the Spanish-speaking wound care community to come together, engaging in key education free of charge.

JWC Awards 2025

The JWC Awards 2025

The JWC Awards recognise innovation and excellence in research and practice. As part of the JWC Conference 2025, the JWC Awards will return to London in February 2025.

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Unmissable wound-care events

Top wound care events to mark your calendar, including the JWC National Wound Care Conference and Lymphoedema Conference.

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National Wound Care Conference 2022

National Wound Care ConferenceExternal link

The National Wound Care Conference will bring together the leading voices in tissue viability and wound care to discuss the key management, clinical and professional issues.

CAMPs

CAMPs Wound Care SummitExternal link

Join us for the premier event in wound care – the CAMPs Wound Care Summit. Discover the latest advancements, engage with industry experts, and connect with like-minded professionals in this transformative two-day experience.

The Wound Care Handbook

The Wound Care Handbook

The professional’s guide to wound product selection, the Wound Care Handbook is an indispensable tool for wound care professionals seeking the perfect solutions for their care.

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