Wound Care for Cancer Patients: Expert Treatment and Healing

Many cancers can cause a skin ulcer. These ulcers are called cancerous ulcers. Some chronic wounds can turn into cancerous ulcers. These include burns, radiation and venous wounds.

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Malignant and Atypical Wounds: Diagnosis and Treatment

What is a malignant wound? Many cancers can cause a skin ulcer. These ulcers are called malignant ulcers or cancerous ulcers. Some chronic wounds can turn into cancerous ulcers. These include burns, radiation and venous wounds. Malignant wounds require specialized care and attention to prevent further complications and promote healing. What is an atypical wound?…

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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO)

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that increases the amount of oxygen blood cells can carry. It has been used for more than 70 years to improve healing in tissues deprived of oxygen. Studies show it significantly improves healing for some types of chronic wounds.

Ulcer Wound Care: Best Practices for Optimal Healing

At Healogics, we know that managing a wound properly is essential for healing and preventing complications. More than 6 million Americans live with chronic wounds, significantly impacting daily activities, mobility, and overall well-being. Whether you’re caring for a diabetic foot ulcer, pressure injury, or another type of wound, following the right care procedures is vital…

How to Describe a Wound: A Step-by-Step Clinical Guide

Learn how to describe a wound accurately with this step-by-step clinical guide. Discover best practices for wound assessment, documentation, and terminology to improve patient care, communication, and... ...more

Senior and Chronic Wound Care

July 16, 2026•11 min read