Science of Wound Healing and Dressing Materials
This book outlines, from a surgeon’s standpoint, how physicians and mid-level providers working at wound care centres can expeditiously and effectively manage wounds. It comprehensively addresses the concept of wound healing, from the healing process
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Science of Wound Healing and Dressing Materials
Vibhakar Vachhrajani • Payal Khakhkhar
Science of Wound Healing and Dressing Materials
Vibhakar Vachhrajani Diabetic Foot and Wound Management Vijay Vachhrajani Memorial Hospital Rajkot Gujarat India
Payal Khakhkhar Diabetic Foot and Wound Management Vijay Vachhrajani Memorial Hospital Rajkot Gujarat India
ISBN 978-981-32-9235-2 ISBN 978-981-32-9236-9 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-32-9236-9 © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2020 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors, and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. The registered company address is: 152 Beach Road, #21-01/04 Gateway East, Singapore 189721, Singapore
In loving memories of my parents
Late Sri Rasikray Tuljashankar Vachhrajani and Smt. Janakbala Rasikray Vachhrajani I specially thank My wife, Kalyani; my daughter, Dr. Dhwani; and my son, Kunj, who allowed me to work relentlessly for a very long time. Dr. Vibhakar Vachhrajani
Dedicated to My spiritual guru, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar My life is totally changed by his knowledge and with his blessings.
Foreword
Diabetes mellitus is a serious chronic disease. The global prevalence of diabetes is estimated at over 200 million. This figure has been predicted to reach 333 million by 2025 because of longer life expectancy, sedentary lifestyle, and changing dietary patterns. In India, the estimated number of patients with diabetes is 74 million while 35 million are patients with prediabetes. This means that India has approximately 100 million people with diabetes. Although many serious complications, such as kidney failure or blindness, can affect individuals with diabetes, it is the complications of the foot that take the greatest toll. Foot problems are a threat to every person with diabetes. Worldwide, more than a mi
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