July 22nd 2025
Updated research finds that chronic stress disrupts healing processes and scar treatments, limiting the effectiveness of wound care in some patients.
May 1st 2025
Acoustic stimulation using infrasound and low-frequency sound enhances wound healing, promoting cellular activity and tissue repair in innovative, non-invasive ways.
April 29th 2025
The FDA approved pz-cel, a groundbreaking gene therapy for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, transforming treatment options for patients.
April 24th 2025
Explore how tyrosine kinase inhibitors hinder wound healing, revealing critical insights for clinicians in dermatology and oncology.
April 21st 2025
Nearly half of the surveyed patients identified a negative impact of their wounds on daily life, particularly at work.
Enzymatic Debridement Is More Effective than Autolytic for Severe Wounds
Although both methods were well tolerated, enzymatic debridement worked faster in randomized controlled trials.
Oral Cicaglocal is an Effective Treatment for Post-Mohs Wound Healing
Satisfaction levels rose and recovery outcomes greatly improved with Cicaglocal compared to the placebo.
Closing the Wound Care Gap: Addressing Disparities in Amputations and Limb Preservation
Recent technological advancements such as the development and use of human cellular and tissue-based products and advanced skin substitutes have transformed limb preservation.
Burn Care Disparities in Skin of Color
A recent study found standard burn assessment tools often fail to accurately evaluate injuries in darker skin tones, leading to misdiagnosis and delays.
BioLab Tests Innovative Wound Care Product
A 25-day BioLab study revealed their protein-rich wound gel outpaces alternatives, setting the stage for clinical trials.
BioStem Launches BR-AM-DFU Clinical Trial for Non-Healing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
The company is currently recruiting participants to demonstrate the benefits of its BioREtain technology.
FDA Approves Collagen-Based DermiSphere Hydrogel
Designed to mimic natural tissue scaffolds, DermiSphere hDRT offers innovative support for cellular infiltration and healing in reconstructive surgery.
Comparing Effective Wound Closures in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Surgery
A recent analysis found primary closure in HS surgery has higher recurrence rates, while secondary intention healing avoids complications but prolongs recovery.
Xkin Suture Device Acts as Effective Wound Closure Method, Improves Scar Outcomes
Compared to a stapling device, Xkin reduced scarring, pain, and infection risk more effectively in surgical and trauma wounds.
New Positive Phase 2 Interim Analysis Confirms Efficacy of denovoSkin for Reconstructive Skin Surgery
Cutiss plans to have full phase 2 data in early 2025.
Retinoic Acid, Vitamin A Demonstrates Role in Regulating Hair Follicles and Epidermal Stem Cells
In vitro studies demonstrated that retinoic acid aids stem cells in transitioning away from a state of flexibility in wound healing.
Imbed Biosciences Receives Technology Breakthrough Designation for PelashieldAM from Premier, Inc
The Technology Breakthrough designation will enable health care providers to access exclusive pricing and terms for the solution in pediatric burn care.
Mallinckrodt Receives FDA Label Update for StrataGraft Xenotransplantation Requirements
The FDA no longer restricts the donation of human cells, tissues, cellular or tissue-based products, human milk, ova, sperm, or organs for transplantation for patients who receive StrataGraft.
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Addressing Cutaneous Blisters and Chronic Bullous Disorders With Megan Noe, MD, MPH, MSCE
Megan Noe, MD, MPH, MSCE, reviews best practices for treating patients with cutaneous blisters and managing chronic bullous disorders.
Study Suggests Bovine Sialoglycoproteins Could Be Effective in Anti-Aging, Wound Healing
Researchers tested bovine sialogylcoproteins on human dermal fibroblasts.
Cutiss, DenovoSkin Changing the Standard of Burn Care Across the Globe
CEO Daniela Marino, PhD, emphasizes that the Switzlerand based company has received Orphan Drug Designation from the Swissmedic, EMA, and FDA, for its personalized human skin graft.
Managing Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars
Patients With Pressure Ulcers Face Compromised Skin Parameters
Such factors may include transepidermal water loss and skin barrier function.
Electric Stimulation Found to Accelerate Chronic Wound Healing
Researchers also investigated how electric stimulation could be used to speed up wound healing in connection with diabetes, which affects wound healing due to impaired circulation and nerve damage.
New Positive Phase 1 & 2 Results of DenovoSkin for Burns
Cutiss AG hopes to provide a safe and effective skin substitute for patients needing a skin graft after a severe burn.
FDA Clears First-of-Its-Kind Medical Device for Second-Degree Burn Care
Convatec’s InnovaBurn device manages surgical wounds and burns, including second-degree burns.
The Latest in Wound Healing Science
Robert S. Kirsner, MD, PhD, presents new pearls in wound healing science that could change how medical professionals approach patient care.
Wound Care Market Skyrockets, but Still Lacks Standardization
New products focus on multimodal healing with absorption, antibacterial, and regenerative properties.
Acetic Acid and Wound Healing
Vinegar has an antibiotic and antioxidant effect that has been used in dermatology and medicine for ages.
Analytics Can Play a Role for Dermatologists Working With Community Wound Care Centers
The Net Health Tissue Analytics platform helps engage patients, collect information via digital imaging that can be transmitted via an app, and provide real-time access to the progress of a study.
New Study Champions Honey to Help Wounds Heal
Honey has long been known to have remarkable antimicrobial and tissue-regenerative properties.
CMS Looks to Make Changes on Codes for Skin Wounds
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is looking to change the way cellular and/or tissue-based products for skin wounds are coded and paid for in physician offices.
US Dermatologists Have Growth Opportunity in Wound Care
Dermatologists may not treat as many advanced wounds as would be expected.
Researchers Explore WIHN in Mice and Humans
Researchers assessed the function of skin bacteria in wound healing and wound-induced hair follicle neogenesis (WIHN), a rare adult organogenesis model.
Targeting Shared Pathways: Tofacitinib for Co-Occurring Vitiligo and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Daily Derm Times: August 20, 2025
Highlighting Individualized Strategies in Vitiligo Care Across Diverse Cases
Henry W. Lim, MD, on World Skin Health Day's Global Push for Prioritizing Dermatology