by support@draculapp.com | Apr 11, 2023 | Skin, Nail and Integumentary System
An ingrown toenail happens when your toenail grows into the skin around it. The skin can get damaged, causing infection and pain, usually to the big toe. Ingrown toenails irritate the skin. As a result, they can make it easier for bacteria and other microbes to get... 
by Sergiadmin | Feb 21, 2022 | Skin, Nail and Integumentary System
Edema is swelling that occurs in different areas of the body when too much fluid gets trapped in the tissues. It often takes place in the epidermis, particularly on the legs, feet, ankles, arms, and hands. In addition, it also affects the lungs, eyes, brain, muscles,... 
by Sergiadmin | Jan 17, 2022 | Wound
Surgery that involves an incision of the skin can lead to a wound infection after surgery. Surgical site infection (SSI) is one of the most common health cares associated infections following surgery. It is linked with significant morbidity, transfer to an intensive... 
by Sergiadmin | Aug 4, 2021 | Treatment
Comparison of Efficacy and Complications Between Negative Pressure Wound Therapy and Conventional Mechanical Fixation in Skin Grafts: A Retrospective Analysis. For any skin graft surgery, graft fixation is especially critical for graft survival. It requires... 
by Sergiadmin | Apr 29, 2021 | Skin, Nail and Integumentary System
The skin has various significant functions including prevention of loss of body water, temperature control, protection from harmful microbes & substances, and temperature control. It is, therefore, crucial to maintaining the health as well as the integrity of the...