What is a Hard-to-heal(chronic) wound?

Definition:

Any wound that has not healed by 40-50% after four weeks of good SoC should be considered a hard-to-heal wound.

Source: implementing TIMERS: the race against hard-to-heal wounds | journal of Wound Care (magonlinelibrary.com)

A hard-to-heal wound, often called a chronic wound, does not show significant improvement after a certain period typicaly defined as three months. Common examples include diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers (bedsores), and venousstasis ulcers. Treatment often requires a multidisciplinary approach, addressing the wound and any underlying health issues.

The importance of working on the treatment of Hard-to-heal(chronic) wounds.

1、Hard-to-heal wounds affect the patient's quality of life, as well as being a burden on the healthcare system.

2、The incidence of hard-to-heal wounds is rising as the age of the population increases.

3、Patient-related factors that influence outcomes include comorbidities, severity of the underlying condition, and adherence.

When introducing Zhende's wound care products, we can highlight the TlMERS model, which provides a systematic approach to wound management. According to Atkin et al. (2019), TlMERS includes six key elements: Tissue, infection, Moisture, Edge, Regeneration, and Social factors, all of which influence the healing process.

Our products are designed to address these aspects by maintaining moisture balance, controlling infection, and supporting tissue regeneration and edge healing. By applying the TlMERS model, we aim to effectively tackle hard-to-heal wounds, improving patient outcomes and overall quality of care.

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