An open wound prevents a patient from returning to normal activities.  It is always at risk for serious bacterial infections and should be closed quickly. The ideal wound closure requires local site, full thickness skin and sub-cutaneous tissue to withstand the stresses of daily living.

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Figure 1 Figure 2

Figure 1 A 33 year old with a neuropathic ulcer exposing bone and tendon An exposed tendon is always subject to deterioration and it is essential to cover the tendon as quickly as possible.

Figure 2 Outpatient procedure. Wound evaluated on intervals of 2-3 days and was closed after seven days of Proxiderm application. Physician used Proxiderm model D 460. Appearance at 10 days.

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