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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Various Debridement Techniques for Chronic Lower-Extremity Wounds: A Systematic Review and Bayesian Network Meta-Analysis

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  • Guorui Li

  • Xiaoyun Zhang

  • Suiyi Liu

  • Lin Chen

  • Sha Liu

  • May 21, 2026

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    This systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analysis evaluated debridement techniques for chronic lower-extremity wounds.

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    Biological debridement ranked highest for wound healing and complete debridement, followed by enzymatic and mechanical methods.

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    Enzymatic and autolytic debridement were associated with lower pain scores, while biological and ultrasound-assisted methods excelled in procedure time.

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    The study included 25 randomized controlled trials, highlighting the need for cautious interpretation due to clinical heterogeneity and sparse evidence.

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    Debridement remains essential for chronic wound management, as it prepares the wound bed by removing necrotic tissue and local bacterial burden.

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Comparative effectiveness of debridement strategies for chronic lower-extremity wounds: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

  • by Guorui Li, Xiaoyun Zhang, Suiyi Liu, Lin Chen, Sha Liu

  • May 21, 2026

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