Skin and wound care

This content is under review and will be fully updated and signed off shortly. All guidance now incorporates updated evidence and information to support new versions of a number of these guidelines. Please contact his.decisionsupport@nhs.scot with any questions about new guidance that is being readied for publication.

Scottish adaptation of the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) pressure ulcer classification tool

Standards for prevention and management of pressure ulcers

Patient information leaflet - preventing pressure ulcers

Scottish wound assessment and action guide (SWAAG)

M:EMPHIS pathway for malignant wounds

Wound and skin care of lower limbs with cellulitis (for healthcare professionals)

Limb haematoma pathway

Local resources