{{ (moduleVm.actions && moduleVm.changeStatus) ? moduleVm.status : '' }} Mechanotransduction in Wound Healing: From the Cellular and Molecular Level to the Clinic
Activity Steps
Purpose of Activity
To review the various mechanical forces that affect fibroblasts, keratinocytes, endothelial cells, and adipocytes at the cellular and molecular level as well as scar-reducing mechanical devices currently in clinical use.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Compare and contrast the responses of various types of cells to mechanical forces.
- Identify the mechanical devices and techniques that can help restore skin integrity.
Disclosures
Dr Orgill has disclosed that he is a consultant to and recipient of grant research funding from Acelity, but that his spouse/life partner (if any) has no financial relationships with, or financial interests in, any commercial organizations relevant to this educational activity. Lippincott CME Institute and Lippincott Professional Development have identified and resolved all conflicts of interest concerning this educational activity. The remaining authors, faculty, staff, and planners, including spouses/partners (if any), in any position to control the content of this CME/NCPD activity have disclosed that they have no financial relationships with, or financial interests in, any commercial companies relevant to this educational activity.
Credits:
- ANCC 2.0 CH
- DC - BON 2.0 CH
- FL - BON 2.0 CH
- GA - BON 2.0 CH