Volume 38 - Issue 3 - March 2026

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Systematic Review

Diagnostic Accuracy of the Mangled Extremity Severity Score for Predicting Amputation in Adult Lower Limb Trauma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

04/22/2026

Enock Mukiibi, MBBS; Musilim Abdulai, MBBS; Jackson Kakooza, MBBS; Catherine R. Lewis, MD, PhD; Prosper Akankwasa, MBBS; Ahmed Kiswezi Kazigo, MBBS, MSurg; Evelyn Njawuzi Balondemu, MS; Bienfait Mumbere, MBBS, MSurg; Sedrick Bukyana, MBBS; Abass Alao Safiriyu, PhD; John Turyagumanawe, MBBS; Marcel Idi Ehanga, MBBS; Eunice Inomu, MBBS, MSurg; Francis Mamadi Owera, MBBS, MSurg; Michael Mugenyi, MBBS, MSurg

This systematic review examines the MESS as a useful but context-dependent tool for predicting amputation risk in severe lower limb trauma, with stronger accuracy in resource-limited settings than in advanced care environments.

This systematic review examines...

04/22/2026

Wounds

Editorial Message

When Is a Consensus Paper Not a Consensus Paper?

03/31/2026

John C. Lantis, MD

This editorial examines what distinguishes rigorous consensus methodology from opinion, emphasizing panel composition, transparent methods, and adjudication of dissent as essential for clinically credible guidance.

This editorial examines what...

03/31/2026

Wounds

Case Series

Rethinking Compression: Expanding Decongestive Therapy With Innovative Garment Solutions

03/27/2026

Suzie Ehmann, PhD, DPT, CWS, CLWT, CLT-LANA; Sandi Davis, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA, CLWT

This case series shows that a dual-layer compression system can effectively reduce limb volume, support wound healing, and improve patient independence in complex lymphedema.

This case series shows that a...

03/27/2026

Wounds

Literature Review

Application of Nanofiber Wound Dressings in Diabetic Wound Healing: A Review and Economic Considerations

03/18/2026

Gemma Toogood, BS; Harrison Smith, BS ; Meghan Underwood, BS; Robin Evans, MD; Junwang Xu, PhD

Electrospun nanofiber dressings enhance diabetic wound healing via targeted therapeutic delivery, promoting angiogenesis and inflammation control.

Electrospun nanofiber dressings...

03/18/2026

Wounds

Original Research

The Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy on Abdominal Deep Incisional Surgical Site Infections in High-Risk Patients

03/12/2026

Semih Hot, MD; Seracettin Eğin, MD

03/12/2026

Wounds

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