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What we know about diabetes in Kentucky?
What we know about diabetes in Kentucky? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2020, an estimated 12.5% of adults in Kentucky have been diagnosed…
- May 9, 2023
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Amniotic Wound Dressings
Amniotic membrane dressing is a type of biologic wound dressing that is made from the inner layer of the human placenta, which contains amniotic membrane. This membrane is rich in…
- March 23, 2023
- Optimum Wound care
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
The Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) is a non-invasive diagnostic tool used to evaluate the perfusion or blood flow to the lower limbs. It is measured by comparing the blood pressure…
- March 5, 2023
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Lymphedema
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LYMPHEDEMA Introduction Lymphedema is a chronic condition that causes swelling in arms and legs due to the abnormal accumulation of protein-rich fluid usually evacuated…
- February 27, 2023
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Advanced Wound Care
Advanced Wound Dressing Wound dressing is more than using gauze or a cotton swab and antiseptics. In the last few years, the science of effective dressing has evolved significantly. Moreover,…
- February 27, 2023
- Optimum Wound care
Ostomy
Colostomy It is a surgical procedure in which a part of the colon is diverted through an opening in the abdominal wall, creating a stoma. This allows stool or waste…