Wound Care (Chronic)

Principles of chronic wound management.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
General PracticeVascular SurgeryDermatology

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Lacerations
National
CKS: Leg ulcer - venous
National
NICE guideline [NG125]: Surgical site infections: prevention and treatment
National
NICE: Chronic wounds: advanced wound dressings and antimicrobial dressings
National
Chronic Wounds: Evaluation and Management (AAFP Clinical Guideline)
Local
Clinical Practice Guideline for Venous Leg Ulcers: Assessment
Local
IWII Consensus Document: Wound Cleansing (Wounds International 2025)
Local
WCET International Ostomy Guideline Recommendations (2014)
Local