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| Title |
Minimalism: Actico cohesive short stretch bandage case studies: |
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| Author |
Marion Moody |
| Publication |
Poster presentation UWMEF Cardiff 2001 |
| Key Points |
Case Study 1: Less active patient. 4lb too bulky ls too tight 12 year ulcer- daily dressings at times. Case Study 2: Active patient. Poor hygiene and compliance. Wanted to wear footwear |
| Title |
Lifestyle considerations |
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| Author |
Amanda Gillet, Ruth Smith |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation EWMEF conference Cardiff June 2003 |
| Key Points |
Self care to fit treatment with patients lifestyle |
| Title |
Implementation of Actico for patients with mixed aetiology ulceration |
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| Author |
Jan Prytherch, Jane Pike, Jill Tongue |
| Publication |
Poster presentation Wounds 2003 UK conference Harrogate November 2003 |
| Key Points |
Need for constant review and change in treatment provision inline with national guidelines. Training issue Trust wide policies. |
| Title |
The patient journey:evidence into clinical practice |
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| Author |
Margaret Armitage |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow - May 2007 |
| Key Points |
Case Study 1: Independent, self caring man awaiting knee surgery. AFC for wound bed preparation. Actico initially for compression, then Activa 2 layer hosiery kit Case Study 2: AFC used to manage heavy exudate & slough. 2 Actico bandages applied as indicated for larger limb |
| Title |
Cohesive Short Stretch bandages in the treatment of venous leg ulceration |
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| Author |
Hildegarde Charles, Christine Moore, Sarah Varrow |
| Publication |
Woundcare March 2003 |
| Key Points |
Obesity, champagne bottle shaped legs, bad rapid reduction in leg diameter can present problems with bandage slippage. |
| Title |
Short Stretch bandaging-Devising a tool for measuring immobility |
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| Author |
Ellie Lindsay, Jeanette Muldoon, Sylvie Hampton |
| Publication |
Harrogate Poster |
| Key Points |
Definition of immobility, review of studies examining effectiveness of SSB compared with elastic bandages, including 4LB and the lack of evidence to support the theory that SSB can only be used with good ankle mobility and mobile patients. |
| Title |
A complex case study reviewing care of a patient with cellulitis caused by lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Jane Cadogan, TVN J Waldron, Vascular Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation. TVS Conference, Torquay, April 2004 |
| Key Points |
SSB choice for lymphoedema, cotton bandages slipped. Layers of Actico reduced circumference. |
| Title |
The Use of Actico Cohesive SSB (Inelastic) bandages in the management of lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Anne Williams |
| Publication |
Poster |
| Key Points |
Comparison of Actico Cohesive v non cohesive SSB. Sub bandage pressure measurements, limb volume reduction, staying in place, rebandaging frequency , patient comfort, nurse satisfaction, 3 case studies. |
| Title |
The introduction of a Cohesive SSB into a specialist Leg Ulcer Clinics |
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| Author |
Jasmine Wilson |
| Publication |
Poster |
| Key Points |
10 Patients over 16 weeks- traumatic, diabetic, post DVT, lymphoedema, lympho-venous disease, very painful, drug compromised, immobile patients, 5 case studies |
| Title |
Not a stretch too far' |
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| Author |
Jan Prytherch |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov.2005 |
| Key Points |
2 years ago Actico bandages introduced for treatment of late ABPI and rest pain at night. New audit revealed gradual change in practice to reflect increased use of Actico. Only 35 / 88 patients were true mixed aetiology. |
| Title |
Development and experiences of wound/leg ulcer management within Rochdale Harm Reduction Services |
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| Author |
White M |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov.2005 |
| Key Points |
Clients are reluctant to access main stream services due to past negative experiences. 2 case studies discussed showing early healing with Actico bandages. |
| Title |
Management of a Patient with Lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Caroline Graham, L Johnston, M Burke |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov.2005 |
| Key Points |
56yr old man diagnosed 7 years ago and treated by Consultant Vascular Surgeon. Treated at acute hospital with long stretch bandage. |
| Title |
Facilitating-an-effective-change-to-short-stretch-bandaging-in-an-integrated-acute-and-Primary-Care-Trust |
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| Author |
Lilian Bradley, Judith Patton |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA conference, Prague, May 2006 |
| Key Points |
Four layer bandaging was not always acceptable to patients because of the bulk. Research shows no significant difference in healing between short stretch and 4L |
| Title |
Cohesive short stretch vs four-layer bandages for venous leg ulcers |
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| Author |
Lisa Martin, Nick Puffett, Jenny Meng Kiew Chow |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
In this clinic patients found 4L could be painful and better concordance with Actico |
| Title |
Wound healing in the aged after a pre-tibial laceration |
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| Author |
Roisin Mackle, TVN; Paul Cupples, District Charge Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
Pre-tibial tears hard to heal in elderly,100 year old lady, haematoma, concordance issues, healed 15 weeks |
| Title |
Use of compression bandages for a patient with a lower leg blister |
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| Author |
Catherine Moohan, Link TVN |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, Wounds UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
47 year old with 6 weeks of recurrent blisters, healed in 5 weeks. Actico reduced venous hypertension and oedema |
| Title |
The lymphoedema practitioner's role in provision of care: a case study |
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| Author |
Andrea Stignant, Clinical Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Journal of Community Nursing, November 2006, 20 (11): 29-34 |
| Key Points |
Whilst lymphoedema is not curable appropriate treatment controls the symptoms and prevents infection. |
| Title |
Lymphoedema - a gap in local services |
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| Author |
Angela Wilson, Leg ulcer specialist nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
Best practice for chronic oedema is inelastic bandages. Innapropriate use of 4L causes deterioration.Actico and Actilymph on FP10 accessible treatment |
| Title |
Observational study on compression bandaging systems - effects on healing, patient comfort, nurse benefits & costs |
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| Author |
MacDougall K.M., Community Nursing Siste |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow - May 2007 |
| Key Points |
28 patient study on using Actico instead of 4L.Nurse and patients preferred Actico for comfort, ease of use and price |
| Title |
Using knowledge and experience to overcome the clinical challenges in the management of significant arterial disease |
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| Author |
Stewart G, Vascular Consultant-Ayr Hospital; Kathleen Turnbull and Kim Kiernan |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow - May 2007 |
| Key Points |
Significant arterial disease patients were healed with Actico and low compression liners post healing |
| Title |
Lymphoedema Management. Involving the patient in treatment choice and implementation of care. |
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| Author |
Denise Renshaw, Lymphoedema Therapist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow - May 2007 |
| Key Points |
Patient had lymphoedema of the arm following a mastectomy, Actico enabled her to wear her wedding ring again. |
| Title |
Case study of a patient with lymphoedema of the arm secondary to multicentric Castleman's disease, showing the cost effective use of cohesive short stretch bandaging, compared with using a cotton ssb |
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| Author |
Andrea Stigant Clinical Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: BLS Conference Oct 2007 |
| Key Points |
Actico is more cost effective than cotton short stretch in price and requires less frequent re bandaging |
| Title |
Care of a client with chronic oedema within a community setting |
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| Author |
Jill Stanton District Nursing Sister |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Uncontrolled lymphoedema, osteoarthritis and obese patient with fear of hospitals. Full leg Actico improve Q of L.Patient able to sleep in bed again |
| Title |
Lymphoedema: A case study using the available resources - bandages, hosiery, nurse skills and patient/carer |
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| Author |
Anne Clements Independent Lymphoedema Practitioner |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
4 layer elastic bandages are unsuitable for lymphoedema. They can cause gravitational swelling of toes. Actico gives rapid limb reduction without slippage |
| Title |
The advantages of using Actico bandaging to reduce oedema |
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| Author |
Alison Nelson, Healing Solutions Judith Patton - TVN |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Obese patient,non compliant. Wife learnt to bandage with Actico. After 6 weeks both legs healed and in Actilymph hosiery. |
| Title |
Implementation of a structured approach to leg ulcer care |
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| Author |
Rachael Smithdale and Ruth Martin Tissue Viability Nurse Specialists |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Tissue Viability Society Conference, Peterborough - April 2008 |
| Key Points |
Variations in referral rates for specialist leg ulcer intervention can lead to inequalities in pt care |
| Title |
A multi disciplinary approach to the management of Chronic Dependent Oedema in a patient with Spina Bifida |
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| Author |
Declan Campbell, Tissue Viability Podiatrist and Margaret Coulter, TVN |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Tissue Viability Society Conference, Peterborough - April 2008 |
| Key Points |
Poster to demonstrate multidisciplinary management of bilateral pitting dependency lower limb oedema in young Spina Bifida patient. |
| Title |
Chronic Oedema: A new perspective |
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| Author |
Marion Finn Tissue Viability Senior Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Tissue Viability Society Conference, Peterborough - April 2008 |
| Key Points |
Management of bilateral leg oedema requiring full leg bandaging. Patient much happier, now wearing hosiery |
| Title |
Navigating the Health Care System |
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| Author |
Gudrun Collins Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Tissue Viability Society Conference, Peterborough - April 2008 |
| Key Points |
Patient with lymphoedema, disfigured by debulking surgery. Now treated with full leg Actico bandages applied by husband |
| Title |
How quality of life can be altered in 24hours: the treatment of a lady with unrecognised lymphovenous disease |
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| Author |
Sylvia Hampton, Andy Kerr, Cathie Bree-Aslan - Tissue Viability Consultancy Services Ltd |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Young female patient ashamed of swollen legs and having to wear large men's shoes so barely went out. After 3 weeks of Actico was able to wear hosiery and normal shoes |
| Title |
The management of chronic oedema associated with venous disease using the patient and carer as a resource |
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| Author |
Alison Nelson Director of Tissue Viability |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Patient with poorly managed venous disease and Lymphoedema. Bilateral, very oedematous, extremely painful, weeping legs. |
| Title |
Tackling obesity as part of the management plan for complex decongestive therapy in the treatment of lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Andrea Stigant Clinical Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Case study of young patient morbidly obese, BMI 91 with non healing leg ulcers and Lymphoedema. Patient had limited mobility and low self esteem. |
| Title |
The management of chronic oedema |
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| Author |
Irene Spedding Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Journal of Community Nursing, June 2008, Vol.22, Issue 6, 26 & 28 |
| Key Points |
Case study in young patient with chronic oedema in both lower limbs and recurrent leg ulcer. History of recurrent cellulitis and DVT. Full leg Actico, could wear normal shoes and mobilise |
| Title |
Comparison of sub-bandage pressure measurements of 4 compression systems from initial application to 24hrs |
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| Author |
Jeanette Muldoon,PHD Student, Kings College & Dr Hildegard Charles |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Helsinki - May 2009 |
| Key Points |
Study to show initial pressure and pressure losses after 24 hours in four different compression bandage systems on 15 healthy people.Actico found to be most comfortable. |
| Title |
Multi-treatment approach to complex wound management of a circumferential leg wound caused by cellulitis |
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| Author |
Jane Barker Community Matron, Leg Ulcer Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Helsinki - May 2009 |
| Key Points |
Case study Case study of Leukaemia patient with extensive tissue loss due to episode of cellulitis. Patient had a lowered immune system, VAS pain score 10/10. |
| Title |
Worried about dignity - Genital Oedema. |
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| Author |
Gudrun Collins Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
Reduced mobility and poor quality of life, both improved by Actico and Actilymph hosiery |
| Title |
The management of Lymphorrhoea with Flivasorb and Actico |
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| Author |
Rebecca Billingham Macmillan Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
73 year old lady with co-morbidities and housebound. Suffering with bilateral oedema and Lymphorrhoea and one leg also ulcerated. Her dream was to wear her �70 slippers. After weeks she could. |
| Title |
From despair to elation |
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| Author |
Gudrun Collins, Lymphoedema Specialist and Mary O'Connor, Lymphoedema Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
Gentleman with history of leg ulceration for over 25 years. Previous 3 years had also suffered from Lymphoedema and several episodes of cellulitis.Actico with MLD healed ucler and reduced oedema. |
| Title |
Chronic oedema - a patient's perpetual journey for treatment |
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| Author |
Melanie Lewis NHS University Health Board, Swansea |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Geneva - May 2010 |
| Key Points |
A 58 year old man with 18 years of lymphoedema. Clothes and slippers smelt offensive from lymphorrhea. Sleeping in a chair and not worn outdoor shoes for 3 years. Happy ending after Flivasorb and Actico , he was sleeping in his bed after 4 weeks and wearing normal shoes and clothes. |
| Title |
Compression therapy for mixed venous arterial disease |
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| Author |
J Prytherch Clinical Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Geneva - May 2010 |
| Key Points |
Actico can be used on mixed venous arterial ulcers. |
| Title |
Can you solve a problem like Maria? The management & challenges of leg ulceration in an IV drug user |
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| Author |
Lindsay J Hunter |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, TVS Conference, 2010 |
| Key Points |
29 year old drug abuser with leg ulcer, highly exuding, sloughy and painful. |
| Title |
Use of superabsorbent and antimicrobial dressings under compression |
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| Author |
Agnes Collarte & Zoe Lear St Charles Hospital, TV Department |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
All three patients had severe pain and were suffering from maceration damage from high levels of exudate.Pain reduction and healing was achieved. |
| Title |
Lymphoedema management - A multidisciplinary approach |
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| Author |
Lisa Rice, LU Specialist, Eastleigh and Louise Piper, Community Sister |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
The management of a 72 year old lady with lymphoedema, lymphorrhoea, hyperkeratosis and reduced mobility |
| Title |
Improving QOL for patients with chronic oedema and lymphoedema - partnership with industry |
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| Author |
Edwin Chamanga TVN |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Brussels - May 2011 |
| Key Points |
Patient with mismanaged lymphoedema and disfiguring de bulking surgery. Close work between industry and Tissue Viability service greatly improved patient's quality of life.
quality of life for a patient with chronic oedema and lymphoedema post de bulking
surgery. |
| Title |
Managing lymphoedema of the lower limb in the acute setting: case studies that represent diverse patient groups in the UK |
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| Author |
Jemell Geraghty Clinical Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Brussels - May 2011 |
| Key Points |
Case study showing the conservative management of two patients with leg ulceration from chronic venous hypertension. |
| Title |
Lymphovenous disease: A condition for life... not suffering for life |
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| Author |
Lol Pidcock Specialist Lymphoedema Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Brussels - May 2011 |
| Key Points |
Mrs T is 52 years old, she suffers from lymphovenous disease, having bilateral leg ulcers and lymphorrhoea, very worried she could not attend daughter's wedding. |
| Title |
A simple evaluation of new dressing based on Action Research Methods |
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| Author |
Sylvie Hampton TVCS |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at TVS Conference, Torquay, April 2004 |
| Key Points |
Actiformcool can be used under compression bandages. It reduces wound pain and aborbs exudate. |
| Title |
Comparing local (controlled) and national (uncontrolled) evaluations of AFC |
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| Author |
Sylvie Hampton TVCS |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK conference, Harrogate, Nov 2004 |
| Key Points |
Evaluation on 69 patients by 24 nurses. Found to echoe previous findings that Actiformcool reduces wound pain and manages exudate |
| Title |
Stages of Wound Healing: Applications in Practice |
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| Author |
Jeanette Collins, Anita Heron Dermatology Ward |
| Publication |
Poster Wounds UK July 2005 |
| Key Points |
Case study of 40yr old with painful leg ulcer, also concerned about odour. Actiformcool only product which relieved the pain. |
| Title |
Reduction of pain in painful wounds: A multi-centred audit |
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| Author |
Sylvie Hampton, A Kerr, L King |
| Publication |
Poster at EWMA Conference, Stuttgart, September 2005 |
| Key Points |
51 patient audit. Link between pain, exudate and odour. Actiformcool reduced all 3. |
| Title |
A dressing which can relieve wound pain |
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| Author |
Deborah Hofman |
| Publication |
Poster at EWMA conference, Stuttgart in September 2005 |
| Key Points |
10 patient study with chronic leg ulcer pain, Actiformcool reduced pain in 8/10 patients. |
| Title |
Case study of a painful arterial wound |
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| Author |
Sylvie Hampton TVCS |
| Publication |
Meeting the challenges of Wound Pain Activa publication Oct 05; pages 27-28 |
| Key Points |
Painful, non healing, arterial ulcer, Actiformcool reduced pain as well as |
| Title |
Use of a sheet hydrogel dressing to overcome common wound problems. |
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| Author |
Margaret Armitage Vascular Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov. 2005 |
| Key Points |
Common wound problems include maceration, initial wound pain, pain at dressing change and between changes, slough and necrosis. |
| Title |
The interaction of a second generation hydrogel within the chronic wound environment. |
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| Author |
Keith Moore WoundSci |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Prague, May 2006. |
| Key Points |
ActiFormCool responds dynamically to changes in moisture. Invitro tests show that AFC inhibits the growth of bacterial growth. |
| Title |
The challenges of radiotherapy nursing. Coming out of the shadows and facing the sun. |
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| Author |
Clare Rahemtulla Radiotherapy Specialist Nurse, Janine Palmer Superintendent Radiologist |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
90% of patients who have radiotherapy experience skin side effects, from erythema to desquamation. Actiformcool can be used for pain relief and healing. |
| Title |
Wound healing in the aged after a pre-tibial laceration |
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| Author |
Roisin Mackle TVN, Paul Cupples District Charge Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
Concordance issues, 100 year old with pre-tibial laceration and haematoma. Healed in 15 weeks with Actiformcool and compression bandaging. |
| Title |
The management of a patient with painful pressure necrosis and exposed tendons. |
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| Author |
Tish Butler, Tissue Viability Support Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow May 2007 |
| Key Points |
Hand injury of painful, exposed tendons and vital to keep moist. Actiformcool desloughed hand without damage and debrided necrotic heel. |
| Title |
ActiFormCool : A useful adjunct to aid wound healing and reduce wound pain. |
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| Author |
Fiona Brockwell, Tissue Viability Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Glasgow - May 2007 |
| Key Points |
2 case studies of patients with painful, recalcitrant leg ulcers, one requiring opiates for pain. After Actiformcool no analgesia required. |
| Title |
Multi-disciplinary wound care - different perspectives, different priorities, one aim |
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| Author |
Lindsay J Hunter |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Case study in patient with multiple painful leg ulcers. Co-morbidities including diabetes. Wounds 100% slough. Actiformcool reduced pain and dressing frequency. |
| Title |
Treatment of a patient with painful vasculitic ulcers due to systemic lupus erythematosus |
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| Author |
Susan Cosgrove |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Patient with reduced immune system, substantial painful ulceration in both ankles . Pain score 10/10, after Actiformcool patient's pain bearable and wounds healed. |
| Title |
Reducing pain in painful wounds and treating skin damage with ActiFormCool: Three case studies |
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| Author |
Lesley Fox |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Case study of 2 cancer patients with painful wounds and another with leg ulcer. Analgesia required reduced by using Actiformcool. |
| Title |
21 days in the life of Edna |
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| Author |
Sian Fumarola Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Tissue Viability Society Conference, Peterborough - April 2008 |
| Key Points |
Myeloid leukaemia patient with extensive bilateral tissue damage to both knees from pressure damage, complete debridment with Actiformcool after 9 days. |
| Title |
Use of an ionic hydrogel dressing on fungating wounds: Two Case Studies |
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| Author |
Marina Maund Private Nursing Practitioner |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: WASA Conference, Johannesburg - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Actiformcool improved quality of life in fungating breast wounds and copiously exuding, malodorous sinus through pain relief and exudate management. |
| Title |
The use of an ionic hydrogel in a neonate with a necrotic extravasation injury |
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| Author |
Trudie Young Lecturer in Tissue Viability |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Case study of a neonate with an extravasation injury resulting in a necrotic lesion in area of Achilles tendon. Complete debridement achieved. |
| Title |
A retrospective study of plantar diabetic ulcer healing rate with the use of a new sheet hydrogel dressing |
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| Author |
Howard E Alexander Podiatrist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: WASA Conference, Johannesburg - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
diabetics. Dressings changed 3 times a week for 6 months. Outcome data available on 98 patients. 72% healed. |
| Title |
Measuring outcomes with complex patients: an audit of the effect of Actiformcool on painful wounds |
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| Author |
Bradbury S, Ivins N, Harding K, Turner A |
| Publication |
Wounds UK Journal, Sept 2008, Vol.4, No.3 |
| Key Points |
6 month audit on 21 patients with painful wounds. Actiformcool made significant improvement to patients' lives. |
| Title |
Sheila 'shark bite' - a case history |
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| Author |
Sian Fumarola Clinical Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, November 2008 |
| Key Points |
Patient with extreme pain following a surgical debridement of a pyoderma gangrenosum leg ulcer, she called it her "shark bite". |
| Title |
The role of the patient in managing wound pain to achieve wound improvement |
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| Author |
Bernadette Byrne Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist |
| Publication |
Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, November 2008 |
| Key Points |
2 case studies. Excrutiatingly painful leg ulcer with amputation considered due to the pain, Actiformcool reduced pain and ulcer healed in 5 months. An infected non healing biopsy site, wound and pain improved with Actiformcool. |
| Title |
Multi-treatment approach to complex wound management of a circumferential leg wound caused by cellulitis |
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| Author |
Jane Barker Leg Ulcer Specialist |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Helsinki - May 2009 |
| Key Points |
Leukaemia patient with extensive tissue from cellulitis. Patient had a lowered immune system. |
| Title |
The use of a hydrogel sheet dressing in the management of pruritis and scarring |
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| Author |
Elizabeth Pillay EB Nurse Consultant |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
The use of ActiFormCool in the management of pruritis and scarring in 2 patients with a rare variation of Dystrophic Epidermolysis bullosa. |
| Title |
Use of ActiFormCool in the treatment of painful, dehisced lower limb amputation wounds |
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| Author |
Kath Crawford Amputee Specialist Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
The use of ActiFormCool in two patients with painful, dehisced lower limb amputation wounds. |
| Title |
Lymphoedema - a gap in local services |
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| Author |
Angela Wilson, Leg ulcer specialist nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, Wounds-UK conference, Harrogate, November 2006 |
| Key Points |
No specialist lymphoedema service in area.Unless correct inelastic bandages used to treat swelling the condition will deteriorate.This TVS uses Actico as easy to use and Activa provide support. Actilymph on drug tariff. |
| Title |
Management of a Patient with Lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Caroline Graham (TVNS), Johston L (Physio Clin.Spec), Burke M (LTVN) |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov.2005 |
| Key Points |
56yr old man diagnosed 7 years ago and treated by Consultant Vascular Surgeon. Treated at acute hospital with long stretch bandage. Now TVS using Actico and MLD.Marked improvement. |
| Title |
Evaluation of new lymphoedema drug tariff garments for lower limbs |
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| Author |
Sue Lawrance, Lymphoedema Specialist Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov.2005 |
| Key Points |
High level of lower limb lymphoedema in leg ulcer patients, and patients are often first seen by the community, need to receive correct treatment to prevent deterioration. |
| Title |
The lymphoedema practitioner's role in provision of care: a case study |
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| Author |
Andrea Stignant, Clinical Lymphoedema Specialist |
| Publication |
Journal of Community Nursing, November 2006, 20 (11): 29-34 |
| Key Points |
Because there is only 1 person at specialist level, education for community nurses for the daily care of these patients is essential. |
| Title |
A complex case study reviewing care of patient with cellulitis caused by lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Jane Cadogan TVN Swindon , J Waldron Vascular Nurse |
| Publication |
Poster presentation. TVS Conference, Torquay, April 2004 |
| Key Points |
SSB choice for lymphoedema, cotton bandages slipped. Layers of Actico reduced cirumference. |
| Title |
The Use of Actico Cohesive SSB (Inelastic) bandages in the management of lymphoedema |
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| Author |
Anne Williams, Lymphoedema Specialist Practitioner Dalkeith |
| Publication |
Poster at EWMA conference, Stuttgart in September 2005 |
| Key Points |
3 case studies, patients found Actico comfortable, did not slip and allowed mobility. |
| Title |
Lymphoedema: A case study using the available resources - bandages, hosiery, nurse skills and patient/carer |
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| Author |
Anne Clements |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2007 |
| Key Points |
Uncontrolled lymphoedema of four years. Actico applied three times a week. Noted reduction and better shape,significant reduction in 4 wks.Maintenance class 3 Actilymph |
| Title |
An audit of nurse's use of compression hosiery within two NHS Trusts |
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| Author |
Jackie Stephen-Haynes Consultant Nurse & Snr Lecturer in TV, Worcester Co-Author: Rachael Sykes, Activa |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
An audit in 2010 of community and hospital nurses who attended 2 annual Trust led study sessions of their use of compression hosiery. Found nurses were not selecting appropriate hosiery for chronic oedema patients. |
| Title |
The advantages of the Activa 40mmHg Hosiery Kit |
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| Author |
Nelson A, Bradley L, Patton J, Coulter M, Murdoch V |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, WMAI Conference, Belfast, Sept 2005 |
| Key Points |
Compression bandages usually used for treatment of venous leg ulcers. Some patients may prefer less bulky, obvious treatment and have the hosiery kit instead. |
| Title |
An Evaluation of a Two-Piece Compression Hosiery Kit with Primary Care |
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| Author |
Stephen-Haynes J (TVS), Gibson B (DNS) |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, Nov 2005 |
| Key Points |
Hosiery kits are an increasing option for healing leg ulcers. 10 patient study. Patients need regular shaped limbs. |
| Title |
A study in the prevention of ulcer recurrence and the effectiveness of the Activa 40mmHg hosiery kit |
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| Author |
Maggie Drosso, District Nurse Bixter Health Centre, Shetland |
| Publication |
Poster presentation, EWMA conference, Glasgow, 2007 |
| Key Points |
10 patients with recurrent ulcers for last 5 years. 4L bandages had been ineffective and class 3 stockings difficult to get on. Leg ulcer hosiery kit popular with wearers,prevented recurrence, easy to apply. |
| Title |
A well leg model "Prevention is better than cure" |
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| Author |
Lisa Rice and Jane McFarlane LU Specialists |
| Publication |
Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, November 2008 |
| Key Points |
An audit of leg ulcer management indicating high recurrence rates. Activa BS hosiery is suitable for patients without oedema, and Actilymph for those with oedema. The ranges resulted in recurrence dropping from 65.9% to 4.5%. |
| Title |
Absorbent dressings with superabsorbent polymers – a new generation of wound dressings. |
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| Author |
Steinlechner, Rohrer, Abel |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Flivasorb - Super Absorbency - In vitro test to show:- 1. Absorption capacity 2. Rewet 3. Surface colonisation |
| Title |
The super absorber Flivasorb |
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| Author |
Wiegand, Abel, Ruth, Hipler |
| Publication |
Internal Paper - Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, 2008 |
| Key Points |
Invitro Tests to study absorption capacity of Flivasorb exudate and proteases, Wound dressing was immersed in 1ml protease solution and incubated |
| Title |
Polyacrylate superabsorbers bind inflammatory proteases in vitro |
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| Author |
Wiegand, Abel, Ruth, Hipler |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK, Harrogate - 2008 and 2009 |
| Key Points |
Comparison with Sorbion Control Zetuvit plus Flivasorb Fast uptake of proteases by polyacrylate superabsorbers (Flivasorb, Sorbion and Zetuvit compared with the control (serum). Led to reduction of neutrophil elastases and permanent binding of these inflammatory proteases and MMP-2 |
| Title |
Flivasorb - The economical solution for heavily exuding wounds |
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| Author |
Internal Data |
| Publication |
Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate, 2008 |
| Key Points |
Cost calculated according to reduced number of dressing changes. Fewer dressing changes with Flivasorb. |
| Title |
When a Foam Dressing isn't enough: Exudate Management in a surgically debrided pressure injury |
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| Author |
Sian Fumarola |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Helsinki - May 2009 |
| Key Points |
Case study. Aims to examine the role of exudate in acute and chronic wounds. Flivasorb used successfully on a previously hard to manage and challenging sacral pressure sore. |
| Title |
Case study: The care of a patient with a large & chronic venous ulcer using a highly absorptive dressing and an antimicrobial dressing. |
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| Author |
Martin Tadej and Anna Coulborn |
| Publication |
TVS Conference, 2009 |
| Key Points |
Case study of a middle aged obese, poorly mobile, employed lady with highly exuding ulcer. High exudate levels were extremely distressing and embarrassing. After dressing with Flivasorb, the wound exudate had drawn away from the wound surface, locking it away, leaving the wound moist but not wet. Flivasorb prevented maceration at the wound edges. |
| Title |
The management of Lymphorroea with Flivasorb and Actico |
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| Author |
Rebecca Billingham |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
73 year old lady with co-morbidities and housebound. Suffering with bilateral oedema and lymphorrhoea and one leg also ulcerated. Flivasorb applied with Actico. After first day no strike through onto bandages and the Flivasorb had locked away all the fluid. |
| Title |
The use of Flivasorb in a highly exuding wound |
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| Author |
Annette Dee and Lyndsey Dalby |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
90 yr old lady with circumferential extensive recurring leg ulcer of mixed aetiology. Previous wound swab indicated pseudomonas and heavy haemolytic Strep G, later developed cellulitis. Initially dressings being changed twice daily and strikethrough apparent within few hours of dressing change. |
| Title |
A polyacrylate superabsorber inhibits the formation of ROS/RNS in vitro |
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| Author |
Wiegand C¹, Abel M², Ruth P², Hipler C¹ |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
Chronic wound exudate contains elevated levels of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (ROS/RNS), perpetuating the inflammatory phase and resulting in severe tissue damage. In vitro test to analyse the antioxidant potential of Flivasorb. |
| Title |
Superabsorbent wound dressings in clinical practice – problem solving in heavy exuding wounds. |
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| Author |
Eberlein, Dr T and Abel M |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
A systematic multicentric comparison study in patients with heavily exuding wounds to compare Flivasorb to an absorbent dressing without polyacrylates. In all cases treated with Flivasorb, dressing changes reduced and peri-wound skin was more stable due to the locking away of exudate. |
| Title |
Antibacterial and antifungal effect of polyacrylate superabsorbers |
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| Author |
Wiegand C¹, Abel M², Ruth P², Hipler C¹ |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2009 |
| Key Points |
Infection of the wound site can lead to a chronic wound. When host defence mechanisms are impaired, the risk of infection increases. Results show reduction in the growth of Klebsiella pneumonia and Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. |
| Title |
The performance of a superabsorbent dressing in the management of exudate and maceration |
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| Author |
L Prouvost |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation: EWMA Conference, Helsinki - May 2009 |
| Key Points |
An evaluation of Flivasorb in 4 patients from France with high exudate and maceration in a variety of wound types. |
| Title |
Use of superabsorbent and antimicrobial dressings under compression |
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| Author |
Collarte & Lear |
| Publication |
Poster presentation at Wounds UK Conference, Harrogate - November 2010 |
| Key Points |
An evaluation of Flivasorb followed by Suprasorb X+PHMB in one complex patient, and Flivasorb in conjunction with Actico cohesive short stretch bandaging in two complex leg ulcer patients. All three patients had severe pain and were suffering from maceration damage from high levels of exudate. |
| Title |
HydroBalanced wound dressing and a ready-to-wear compression device in the treatment of venous leg ulcers |
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| Author |
Mosti, Mataliano Spengler Abel |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Harrogate, November 2008 |
| Key Points |
13 leg ulcer patient clinical study |
| Title |
New HydroBalanced wound concept study in primary sector |
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| Author |
Nygaard R, Jorgensen SF - Denmark |
| Publication |
EWMA Conference, Lisbon, May 2008 |
| Key Points |
40 patient Clinical Study - Suprasorb X and Suprasorb X + PHMB (15 Case Studies) |
| Title |
Improvement of treatment of patients with venous leg ulcers by a new pain-reducing wound dressing with HydroBalance |
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| Author |
Dini, Bertone, Barbanera, Brill, Romanelli - Italy |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, Wounds UK Harrogate, November 2008 |
| Key Points |
25 patient Clinical Study comparing Suprasorb X and Suprasorb P (foam dressing) with Suprasorb P (foam) alone. Single-blinded, mono-centric, prospective, controlled, randomised explorative comparison measured the trans--epidermal water loss (TEWL), redness for inflammation, skin hydration, wound size and pain. |
| Title |
Biocompatibility study on a HydroBalanced wound dressing |
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| Author |
Wiegand, Abel, Kramer, Muller, Ruth, Hipler - Germany |
| Publication |
Poster Presentation, EWMA Conference, Lisbon - May 2008 |
| Key Points |
Laboratory measurement of ATP content (Adenosine Triphosphate) donor of energy to cells. |
