Epidermal Skin Harvesting

Epidermal Skin Harvesting

Epidermal skin harvesting is an advanced wound care therapy that uses cells harvested from a patient’s own skin to aid in healing chronic or non-healing wounds. When performed by a wound care specialist, healthy epidermal skin cells can be gently harvested and applied to the wound to promote tissue regeneration and facilitate wound closure.

What Is Epidermal Skin Harvesting?

Epidermal skin harvesting is a form of wound care treatment where healthy skin cells are collected (harvested) from the surface of the skin.

Unlike deeper skin graft harvesting procedures, epidermal skin harvesting only involves cells from the outermost layer of skin. Typically, the skin cells are harvested from the patient’s own body.

How Does Epidermal Skin Harvesting Work?

During epidermal skin harvesting, healthy skin cells are collected from a donor site. The skin graft is then applied to the wound where it may help encourage new tissue growth.

As part of the body’s natural healing process, the skin cells that are harvested help deliver important skin regeneration components to the wound bed. Patients typically experience rapid healing of the donor site.

What Types of Wounds Can Benefit from Epidermal Skin Harvesting?

Epidermal skin harvesting may be recommended for chronic wounds that have stalled in the healing process.

Non-healing wounds that may benefit from epidermal skin harvesting include:

• Diabetic foot wounds
• Venous stasis ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• Traumatic wounds
• Non-healing wounds

Our wound care specialists will perform a wound evaluation to decide if epidermal skin grafting may be a suitable option.

What Are the Benefits of Epidermal Skin Harvesting?

Epidermal skin harvesting can offer many benefits to patients who are suffering from chronic wounds that haven’t responded to other treatment methods.

Benefits of epidermal skin harvesting include:

• Harvesting of the patient’s own skin
• Minimally invasive procedure
• Minimal discomfort to the donor site
• Promotes tissue regeneration
• Encourages wound closure
• Used in conjunction with other advanced wound care therapies

Every wound is different and should be treated as such. Our doctors will develop treatment plans based on the patient’s specific needs.

Is Epidermal Skin Harvesting Different from Traditional Skin Grafting?

Epidermal skin harvesting is much less invasive than traditional skin grafting techniques. With skin grafting, large sections of skin are removed from the patient. These sections typically include deeper layers of tissue.

Is My Wound Serious Enough to Seek Treatment?

When undergoing epidermal skin harvesting, only the top layer of skin is affected. This allows the skin to heal faster than it would with traditional skin grafting.

Epidermal skin harvesting can be used as an alternative to traditional skin grafting for some patients.

What Can Patients Expect During Treatment?

A wound evaluation will be performed to determine if epidermal skin harvesting is right for you. If it is, your skin will be harvested and applied to the wound.

Patients will receive periodic evaluations to check on the progress of the wound healing. Wound care treatments will be provided as needed.

Why Choose SMC Physicians for Advanced Wound Care?

At SMC Physicians in Northfield, we want you to live your healthiest and happiest life. Patients who are suffering from chronic wounds that won’t heal can find relief through advanced therapies.

Our physicians will work with you to develop a customized treatment plan designed to meet your needs and get you on the path to healing. We use advanced treatment options like epidermal skin harvesting to help give your wounds the specialized care they need to heal.

Trust SMC Physicians for Epidermal Skin Harvesting

If you have questions about epidermal skin harvesting or any of our advanced wound care therapies, contact the specialists at SMC Physicians today. Our wound healing specialists will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan designed to get you back on your feet. Call SMC Physicians at (609) 377-5150 or request an appointment online at our Northfield location.

1601 Tilton Rd, Suite 3, Northfield, NJ 08225

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Monday: 8:30am-5pm
Tuesday: 8:30am-5pm
Wednesday: 8:30am-5pm
Thursday: 8:30am-5pm
Friday: 8:30am-5pm