European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel

• Date: September 2-7, 2012
• Venue: Pacifico Yokohama, Yokohama, Japan
• Website: www.wuwhs2012.com

Main Theme and Goals: Better Care, Better Life

1. To promote truly-advanced wound care in daily practice by gaining greater understanding of novel wound healing theories
2. To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of wound care through understanding reimbursement systems
3. To enhance friendship among international representatives from various nations, embracing both modern technology as well as traditional regional medical practices
4. To advocate the importance of wound care for lay persons in terms of safety, cost-effectiveness and long-term outcomes
5. To take "Expertise, Experience and Evidence" from the research laboratory to the bedside
6. To promote modern wound care throughout Asian countries
7. To support developing countries worldwide

Scientific Main Topics

1. Treatments and care of acute and chronic wounds
2. Development of new treatment modalities for wounds
3. Development of surgical procedures for wound care
4. Limb salvage and treatment/care for PAD, Diabetic foot, etc.
5. Innovation of regenerative medicine in wound treatment
6. Development of skin and wound care materials
7. Nursing and care for pressure ulcers, ostomy sites and incontinence
8. Advancement and promotion of wound care in Asian countries and developing countries
9. New research into wound healing