Identification of SWD (Surgical Wound Dehiscence) SWD can occur at any time post-surgery, from 1 day to over 20 days after the operation, but generally occurs between the 4th and 14th postoperative days. Possible Signs of SWD SWD can occur without any signs. Incisions at risk of dehiscence may show signs of inflammation that exceed … Read more
1. Management of SWD SWD can present as superficial to deep wounds, with exposure of internal organs or implants. The goal of managing SWD is wound healing. Management should be tailored to the specific needs of the patient and requires the involvement and collaboration of the patient, family, nursing staff, and a broader multidisciplinary team. … Read more
[Image]Traditional microneedle (MN) technology has unique advantages in treating wound infections, but its single-function design cannot achieve real-time monitoring of wound conditions, often leading to uncontrolled drug release. Here, we developed an anti-infection smart microneedle patch (SP-CSMN) that integrates three functional modules: temperature monitoring, Bluetooth wireless communication, and responsive drug release. This patch uses chitosan … Read more