Topical Wound Oxygen Home Therapy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Speakers:

Matthew Garoufalis, DPM, CWS

Matthew Garoufalis, DPM, CWS
Moderator

Robert Frykberg, DPM, MPH

Robert Frykberg, DPM, MPH
Presenter

This presentation shall outline the unique benefits that topical wound oxygen therapy can provide for patients at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. After a review of the numerous physiologic mechanisms-of-action for oxygen in wound healing, the evidence as to the clinical benefits of topical oxygen will be explored. The different types of topical oxygen therapies available today will be reviewed and contrasted. Finally, the most recently published RCT evidence, as to the healing efficacy and long term healing durability of cyclically pressurized and humidified topical wound oxygen therapy in Diabetic Foot Ulcers, will be examined in detail. Time will be allocated to directly address questions from webinar attendees.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the critical role that oxygen plays in wound repair
  2. Discuss the different types of topical oxygen therapies available
  3. Summarize the unique clinical benefits that topical wound oxygen therapy can provide for patients at home during the COVID-19 pandemic
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This Webinar is Approved for 1 CME/CECH Credit Hours
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.
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This free webinar is supported by an educational grant from:

Advanced Oxygen Therapy Inc.