Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Care of Wounds addresses all aspects of holistic wound management. The fourth edition of this successful clinical text continues to reflect current research and evidence based practice, while incorporating the considerable developments which have occurred in wound care practice since the publication of the previous edition. This book includes chapters on the physiology of wound healing, general principals of wound management, wound management products, and the management of patients with both acute and chronic wounds. Superbly illustrated with full colour illustrations throughout, The Care of Wounds is of value to all nurses and healthcare professionals working in the field of tissue viability and wound healing.