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Specialist, holistic treatment of non-healing chronic wounds and ulcers — backed by Dr. Karatzias’ MSc in Wound Healing and the only mobile wound-care unit of its kind in Cyprus.
THE PROMISE
Chronic Wounds / Ulcers – Non-healing, or chronic wounds, are complex wounds that do not progress through the usual phases of healing. This can be caused by intrinsic or extrinsic influences and all age groups or patient types from the healthy to those with multiple comorbidities can be affected. Wound healing is a complex and dynamic process of restoring cellular structures and tissue layers.
A chronic wound is a wound that has not resolved over a reasonable period of time no matter the cause. Changes occur within the molecular environment of a chronic wound that are not conducive to healing and addressing the issues that might be responsible for the physiological wound changes may restart healing. Understanding the phases of wound healing will assist the plastic surgeon with evaluating where and when the healing stopped and what might have contributed to the wound stalling.
The healing cascade starts with the injury or insult and progresses toward complete closure. The phases of acute wound healing are the inflammatory phase, the proliferative phase, and the remodelling phase.
Dr. Karatzias is the Director and Partner of Wound Healing – The Professional Mobile Unit, a company dedicated to dealing with chronic wounds and traumas for people unable or unwilling to be transferred from their home, hospital or nursing home. Wound Healing – professional Mobile Unit provides complete, adequate and holistic treatment of the patients with ulcer-traumas, having as final objective the complete healing.
At the moment, this is the only medical unit of this type operating in Cyprus, with an experience as a mobile medical practice, operating in accordance with the international quality standards in both evaluating the needs of the patient and the specific treatment. The purpose of Wound Healing – Mobile Unit is to provide home-delivered health care services for homebound patients.
Additionally Dr Karatzias qualifications (MSc in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair by Cardiff University) appointed him as the representative for Cyprus for the International Working Group of Diabetic Foot (IWGDF).
What happens at the first assessment?
The wound is examined and your overall health, history and any underlying conditions are reviewed to understand why it has stalled. Because care is tailored to each patient, the assessment guides which dressings, treatments or referrals are needed and where they are best delivered. There is no single fixed protocol — the plan follows what the wound and your circumstances require.
Can the wound be treated at home rather than at a clinic?
Often, yes. The Wound Healing Mobile Unit is designed to bring care to patients in their own home, hospital or nursing home — particularly those who are unable or unwilling to be moved. This makes treatment realistic for homebound and less mobile patients while keeping it consistent with international standards.
How long does a chronic wound take to heal?
It varies considerably and cannot be promised in advance. By definition these wounds have already failed to heal in a normal timeframe, so progress depends on the cause, the wound itself and any underlying conditions such as diabetes or poor circulation. The aim is steady progress toward complete closure, with the plan adjusted as the wound responds.
Will treatment be painful?
Comfort is taken seriously, and dressing changes and wound care are managed to keep discomfort to a minimum. Some wounds are tender, so any pain relief or technique needed is discussed and arranged as part of your care. Tell the team about any pain — it can also be useful information about how the wound is doing.
Will the wound leave a scar?
Once a wound is healed, some scarring is usual, and its appearance depends on the wound's size, depth and location and on how it heals. The first priority in chronic wounds is safe, complete closure and preventing complications; the look of the final scar is a secondary consideration discussed honestly along the way.
When should I seek help urgently?
Contact your treating team promptly if the wound becomes more painful, red, swollen, hot or starts to smell, leaks more fluid, or if you feel feverish or generally unwell — these can be signs of infection that need timely attention. If you are worried at any point, it is always reasonable to ask. You can call +357 22 275522 to arrange an assessment.
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Book a consultation with Dr. Karatzias to discuss chronic wound and ulcer treatment. In-person in Cyprus, or via the mobile unit.
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