Wound Itch: An Update

Authors

Julia C. Paul, Corewell Health

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-1-2024

Publication Title

Advances in skin & wound care

Abstract

GENERAL PURPOSE: To present current evidence regarding the physiology, assessment, and management of wound itch.

TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES: After participating in this educational activity, the participant will:1. Summarize current understanding of itch physiology.2. Apply current evidence to the management of wound itch.

Volume

37

Issue

9

First Page

463

Last Page

469

Recommended Citation

Paul JC. Wound itch: an update. Adv Skin Wound Care. 2024 Sep 1;37(9):463-469. doi: 10.1097/ASW.0000000000000200. PMID: 39162378.

DOI

10.1097/ASW.0000000000000200

ISSN

1538-8654

PubMed ID

39162378