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Sydney Bormann1, Zachary Lawrence2, Heather Karu3
1University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, 1400 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, United States.
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
|September 29, 2023
Summary
Urinary bladder matrix (UBM) offers a promising solution for managing split-thickness skin graft donor sites, particularly on lower extremities. This case study shows UBM promotes satisfactory healing with excellent cosmetic and functional results.
Area of Science:
- Regenerative Medicine
- Wound Healing
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Split-thickness skin grafts (STSG) are standard for soft-tissue defects, but donor sites require effective management.
- Optimal dressing selection for STSG donor sites lacks evidence-based consensus.
- Lower extremity skin graft donor sites present unique challenges due to dermal tension.
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