Medical Knowledge

Four years ago, Philipp Bosshard barely survived an accident at work leaving 88 percent of his skin burned. Ever since that day, his life has changed a lot. But one thing remained: the courage to carry on each day.

HARTMANN’s Hand Hygiene Evolution Concept offers tailored compliance modules to prevent Hospital Acquired Infections.

It is HARTMANN Wound Management’s official professional development network, expanding in 93 countries worldwide. LINK aims to provide a platform for Healthcare professionals to learn and exchange knowledge worldwide. It is based on the guiding principle that constant exchange and lifelong learning are integral for the best therapies in Wound Care.

High blood pressure is one of the most common causes of invalidity and death. Given the lack of obvious symptoms, it can remain undetected until an emergency situation arises. The improvements in home blood pressure monitors have made it easier for patients to measure their hypertension and take appropriate action when necessary.

How disposable surgical clothing reduces OR risk. Find out how single-use operating theatre clothing and drapes prevent germ transfer and how they compare to reusable materials.

Death and illness still exist as a result of surgical infections and human error. There are a number of factors that need to be addressed to improve patient safety including teamwork, administration and organisation, technology and product logistics.

Hand disinfection is an essential element in avoiding HAI and maintaining patient safety . While it’s one of the easiest measures to implement, compliance remains insufficient partly due to unfounded concerns about skin tolerability and skin health.

Self-diagnostics and self-monitoring are revolutionising the way consumers treat their healthcare. Through monitoring, diseases can be detected sooner and, where possible, preventative measures taken. The future of healthcare relies on technology and doctors working together for optimal results.

Research carried out ten years ago showed that one in 10 hospital patients was likely to suffer an error during their hospital stay. A key recommendation, trials of which are currently underway, was that team-based training could reduce human error and improve patient safety. Find out how.

Managing and self-monitoring hypertension Why an active lifestyle, healthy nutrition and regular monitoring can help reduce arterial pressure caused by hypertension.

Recognising the early signs of chronic wounds from pressure ulcers, ulcers of the lower leg and diabetic food syndrome can improve the patient’s chances of healing. Discover the symptoms and influencing factors and find out how chronic wounds can be prevented and treated.

How the healthy three-phase wound healing process is disturbed in chronic wounds and why hydrotherapy products, that provide all the preconditions for the individual phases, are simplifying treatment for both patients and healthcare professionals

Bladder control weakness affects men and women of all ages. Caused mainly by muscle weakness, there are many different forms of the condition including stress incontinence - which predominantly affects women – and overflow incontinence, which is particularly common among elderly men.

As urinary incontinence symptoms can be unpredictable and embarrassing, it can be hard for sufferers to lead an active life. But that doesn’t need to be the case. Discover self-help techniques and discrete products that could help patients manage their condition.

A diagnosis of incontinence doesn’t automatically mean an end to travelling. With a bit of preparation, a carefully thought through plan and a few useful hints and tips, sufferers can continue to be independent and carry on enjoying a mobile life.

Our ageing population has resulted in a steady increase in patients suffering with bladder incontinence. Not only is this unpleasant for those affected, it has a direct impact on health economics. Patients, carers and healthcare professionals need to work together to manage the prevention and treatment of this societal disease.

Up to 30 per cent of all infections acquired in hospitals and other healthcare facilities could be avoided if greater hygiene compliance was achieved. A study shows that standardised operating procedures could significantly improve patient safety.

With the number of infectious disease outbreaks, as well as the variety of diseases, increasing, there is a pressure on governments and healthcare professionals to respond. Even though many infectious diseases can be managed medically, it is of course better to prevent infections at the first place.

Custom Procedure Trays (CPTs) – pre-bundled sterile surgical products -- have been shown to have multiple benefits in healthcare organisations. As well as reducing time before, during and after surgery, and improving patient safety, they reduce waste and cut down on administration.

Proving that you’re not alone — this World Incontinence Week, we are discussing eight different cultures and how they deal with the topic. Join the conversation!