What is it about?
This case report describes a novel approach to wound closure using a topical concentrate of proteolytic enzymes followed by the application of an autologous skin cell suspension.
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Why is it important?
This combination was effective in achieving early and complete re-epithelialisation of a deep burn of the palm of a 28-year-old male patient, while potentially affording a favourable impact on hypertrophic scarring or scar contracture.
Perspectives
There are only a few areas in the world where the combination treatment described in this case report is used to treat burns. The report also highlights how this option can avoid surgical debridement while achieving expedited re-epithelialisation, thereby potentially reducing the risk of hypertrophic scarring and contracture, as well as providing good cosmetic results.
William H Tettelbach, MD, FACP, FIDSA, FUHM , MAPWCA, CWSP
Duke University
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This page is a summary of: Deep palm burn treated with enzymatic debridement followed by autologous skin cell suspension: a case study, Journal of Wound Care, October 2023, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2023.32.sup10a.s30.
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