Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Therapeutic agents for dog wound healing lack strong evidence
By Fahie, Maria A & Shettko, Donna·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2007·Western University of Health Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Evidence-based wound management: a systematic review of therapeutic agents to enhance granulation and epithelialization.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with an open wound needs proper care to heal effectively. It's important for pet owners to understand that while there are many treatments available, the evidence on which ones work best for promoting healing is limited. This means that veterinarians may not have a clear recommendation for specific topical treatments to enhance healing. If your dog has a wound, it's best to consult your vet for personalized advice on the best care options.
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Abstract
Successful management of open wounds in dogs requires knowledge of the physiology of wound healing and application of that knowledge to choose appropriate therapeutic intervention. The authors' objective was to investigate whether or not there are any available therapeutic agents that enhance granulation or epithelialization of open wounds in dogs. Based on the literature identified in the authors' review, there is insufficient evidence to make a recommendation for or against any of the topical wound agents or procedures studied.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17466756/