Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): Rethinking Wound Care
Rethinking Wound Care

International Journal of Wound Research aspires to be a point of reference in wound care research, publishing peer-reviewed, evidence-based studies with the aim of supporting clinical practice and fostering innovation. Thanks to the contributions of a multidisciplinary team and a strong commitment to open access, the journal provides a space for exchange and professional growth for healthcare providers worldwide. Each article represents a step forward in achieving more effective, thoughtful, and shared wound management. Join an international community that, with dedication and scientific rigor, works every day to improve care—one publication at a time.

International Journal of Wound Research (IJWR) is an international peer-reviewed scientific journal that promotes the development and dissemination of knowledge in research and clinical practice related to wound care. The journal welcomes, in particular, studies aimed at evaluating complex wound care interventions, healthcare policies, and therapeutic strategies, employing rigorous and appropriate research methodologies. IJWR also supports methodological advancement by publishing contributions that explore measurement tools, analytical approaches, and methodological innovations relevant to the field. All articles are original, peer-reviewed, and published in English to ensure wide international reach among researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals. The journal actively promotes evidence-based practice (EBP) and encourages critical debate on both the science and the art of wound management.

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Marìa del Rocìo Gonzàlez Garcìa
111-115
Towards Accessible and Circular Wound Care: Integrating Innovation, Education, and Evidence into Clinical Practice
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-535
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-535
Francesco Beneforti, Giorgia Locatelli, Alessandra Reddi, Daniele Ciofi, Paola Stillo, Biagio Nicolosi
117-128
Neonatal Skin Care to Maintain Skin Integrity: A Scoping Review
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-332
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-332
Meline Rosseto Kron, André Oliveira Paggiaro, Viviane Fernandes De Carvalho Belizario
129-140
Therapeutic Application of hUC-MSC-derived Exosomes in Diabetic Wounds: A Scoping Review
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-352
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-352
Julia Teixeira Nicolosi, Silvana Cereijido Altran, Liliana Scorzoni, André Oliveira Paggiaro, Viviane Fernandes de Carvalho , Debora Levy, Rolf Gemperli, Cesar Isaac
141-152
Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose/Collagen Dressings With Silver Rebalance Protease Activity in Venous Ulcer Fibroblasts: Translational Implications for Clinical Practice
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-341
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-341
Elisa Franchini, Daniela Fanfani
153-160
Clinical Nursing Management of a Complex Vulvoperineal Wound in a Patient with Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Crohn’s Disease: A Case Report
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-486
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-486
Daniela Martino
161-168
Reassessment-Driven Dressing Rotation in Chronic Wound Care: A Brief Report
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-278
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-278
Hugo Miguel Sousa
169-172
Clinical Standardization of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) Treatments in Complex Wounds: A Protocol for Biological Optimization and Evidence-Based Practice
https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-524
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.64115/ijwr-2026-524