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A Novel Class of Engineered Synthetic Matrices for the Treatment of Diabetic Foot ulcers, Venous leg ulcers, and Surgical Wounds

David Davidson, DPM

David Davidson, DPM discusses the prevalence and impact of Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs), Venous Leg Ulcers (VLUs), and Surgical Wounds. Dr Davidson also discusses advanced treatment options, a new class of engineered synthetic matrices as well as discussing the clinical data conducted utilizing synthetic matrices for soft tissue repair as compared to other standard treatment options.

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Goals and Objectives
  1. Review the prevalence and impact of Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs), Venous Leg Ulcers (VLUs), and Surgical Wounds
  2. Discuss different advanced treatment options for treating DFUs, VLUs, and Surgical Wounds
  3. Review a new class of engineered synthetic matrices
  4. Discuss clinical data conducted utilizing synthetic matrices for soft tissue repair as compared to other standard treatment options
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    PRESENT e-Learning Systems is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. PRESENT e-Learning Systems has approved this activity for a maximum of 1 continuing education contact hours

    Release Date: 11/10/2020 Expiration Date: 12/31/2022

  • Author

  • David Davidson, DPM

    Staff Physician
    Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine
    Degraff Memorial Hospital
    Buffalo, NY

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    David Davidson Dr Davidson has disclosed that he is a Consultant/Advisor and is an independent contractor for Vilex, KCI, and Advanced BioHealing

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