When and how to perform a biopsy on a chronic wound.
OBJECTIVE
To enhance the learner's competence with knowledge of biopsy techniques and when to perform biopsies on specific chronic wounds.


BACKGROUND
This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.


OBJECTIVE
After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Distinguish between different types of chronic wounds that require biopsies. 2. Apply knowledge of biopsy techniques to obtain quality results. 3. Analyze various types of chronic wounds to determine the appropriate type of biopsy needed.
Alavi
Afsaneh
A
Department of Medicine (Dermatology), University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Niakosari
Firouzeh
F
Sibbald
R Gary
RG
D001706:Biopsy / Q000379:methods*; D002908:Chronic Disease; D002983:Clinical Competence; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing / Q000379:methods; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D020380:Needs Assessment / Q000458:organization & administration; D010336:Pathology / Q000193:education; D010347:Patient Care Planning / Q000458:organization & administration; D018570:Risk Assessment; D014945:Wound Healing; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000473:pathology* / Q000628:therapy