Epidermolysis bullosa and chronic wounds: a model for wound bed preparation of fragile skin

Adv Skin Wound Care. 2013 Apr;26(4):177-88; quiz 189-90. doi: 10.1097/01.ASW.0000428864.72412.b7.

Abstract

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of inherited diseases with 4 subtypes. This disorder is a model for fragile skin, with some affected individuals having chronic, difficult-to-heal wounds. The care of wounds in people with EB can be guided by the Wound Bed Preparation paradigm. The treatment of chronic EB wounds is outlined with a quick reference guide of 12 consensus recommendations created by a panel of 11 experts. These recommendations were reviewed by a computer-facilitated modified Delphi process where 15 external reviewers (68.8% of whom reported having 11 or more years' experience with EB care). Inclusion of recommendations was contingent on 80% agreement from reviewers.

Publication types

  • Consensus Development Conference
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Clinical Protocols*
  • Epidermolysis Bullosa / diagnosis
  • Epidermolysis Bullosa / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Skin / physiopathology*
  • Wound Healing / physiology*
  • Wounds and Injuries / therapy