Characterisation of superficial corneocyte properties over category I pressure ulcers: Insights into topographical and maturation changes

• Published in: Journal of dermatological science Vol. 112; no. 2; pp. 63 - 70
• Main Authors: Évora, Ana S., Abiakam, Nkemjika, Zhang, Zhibing, Johnson, Simon A., Adams, Michael J., Bader, Dan L., Worsley, Peter R.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 01.11.2023
• Subjects: Atomic force microscopy; Corneocytes; Cornified; Desmoglein-1; Envelope; Pressure ulcers; Stratum corneum; CD; TEWL; Atomic force microscopy; CE; Corneocytes; Stratum corneum; PU; AFM; Pressure ulcers; Envelope; Desmoglein-1; SC; CNOs; Dsg1; Cornified

Pressure ulcers (PUs) are chronic wounds that are detrimental to the quality of life of patients. Despite advances in monitoring skin changes, the structure and function of skin cells over the site of pressure ulcers are not fully understood. The present study aims to evaluate local changes in the p...