Woundcare

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Supporting Patients with Chronic and Non-Healing Wounds

Dr. Tan Yih Kai, Senior Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon & Wound Care Specialist, is accredited by the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) and is committed to providing comprehensive care to support wound management and improve patients’ quality of life.

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Conditions We Treat

Diabetic Foot Wound

Open sores or wounds caused by poor circulation and nerve damage, which can lead to serious complications if untreated.

Non-healing Surgical Wounds

Post-surgery wounds that fail to close properly due to infection, poor circulation, or underlying health conditions.

Gangrene

Serious condition where body tissue dies due to loss of blood supply, often requiring urgent medical attention and specialized wound care.

Venous Ulcers

Slow-healing sores on the legs or ankles caused by faulty vein valves, leading to fluid buildup, swelling, and skin breakdown.

Ischemic/Arterial Ulcers

Painful wounds that develop when narrowed or blocked arteries restrict blood flow, usually on the lower legs, feet, or toes.

Infected Wounds

Wounds that show signs of infection such as redness, swelling, pus, or pain, requiring prompt medical treatment to prevent complications.

Traumatic Wounds

Injuries from accidents, cuts, or blunt force trauma that may struggle to heal due to tissue damage or contamination.

Pressure Ulcers

Also known as bedsores, these develop on skin under prolonged pressure—often in bedridden or immobile patients—leading to skin and tissue damage.

Concerned about a chronic wound or vascular issue?

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Credentials & Achievements

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCSEd)
Certified Wound Specialist Physician (CWSP), American Board of Wound Management (ABWM)
25+ years of clinical experience in vascular surgery and wound care
Founding Chairman, Wound Management Committee, Changi General Hospital
Established the CGH Wound Healing Centre
Advisory Board Member, ConvaTec Group

Compassionate Care, Trusted Expertise

At The Vascular Vein and Wound Centre, our specialist brings expertise and experience to every patient with chronic and complex wounds.

Dr. Tan Yih Kai, Senior Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, is SMC-registered and fellowship-trained. He is accredited by the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) and leads his team in delivering safe, personalized, and evidence-based care.

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When Should You See a Wound Specialist?

A wound is typically considered non-healing or chronic if it shows little to no improvement after two to four weeks. Delaying treatment can lead to severe complications, including infections, gangrene, and even amputation.

It’s crucial to seek expert care if you notice any of the following signs:

No Improvement

The wound has not significantly healed or started to close within 4-6 weeks.

Signs of Infection

You observe increasing pain, redness spreading around the wound, swelling, warmth, pus, a foul odour, or have a fever.

Worsening Condition

The wound is getting larger, deeper, or more painful over time.

Underlying Health Issues

You have conditions known to affect healing, such as diabetes, poor circulation (peripheral artery disease), or venous disease.

Recurring Wounds

The wound seems to heal but repeatedly reopens in the same spot.

Presence of Dead Tissue

The wound bed contains black or yellow tissue (known as eschar or slough).

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Treatment Methods

Advanced Wound Dressings

Utilizing a wide range of advanced wound dressings and healing devices, including silver-based and collagen-based dressings, to treat complex wounds. These dressings help maintain a moist wound environment, protect peri-wound skin, promote new tissue growth, and treat infections.

Wound Debridement and Desloughing

Debridement is the process of removing dead or damaged tissue from a wound so it can heal more effectively. This can be done in different ways, such as with surgical instruments, special dressings, or solutions that help the body clear away unhealthy tissue.

Desloughing is a type of debridement that specifically targets soft, yellow slough—a layer of non-healing tissue that can trap bacteria and delay recovery. Removing slough helps create a clean, healthy wound bed and supports faster healing.

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)

Employing gentle suction via a wound dressing and a small electrical pump to help wounds heal faster. NPWT maintains a moist wound environment, removes excess fluid and infectious material, reduces swelling, promotes blood supply to the wound, and encourages healthy tissue growth.

Ultrasound Electric Wound Therapy

Ultrasound electric wound therapy (CUSEFS) is an advanced treatment that combines ultrasound waves and gentle electrical stimulation to support faster healing of chronic wounds. This therapy helps improve blood flow, reduce swelling, fight bacteria, and stimulate cell growth—key steps in the body’s natural healing process.

Skin Grafting

Performing split-thickness skin grafting to cover wounds with large defects. This surgical procedure involves removing the top layer of skin from one area of the body and moving it to cover the wound defect, increasing the healing rate and reducing the risk of complications.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

Administering 100% oxygen at greater than 1 atmosphere absolute pressure to enhance wound healing. HBOT is effective in improving wound healing and combating infection, especially in diabetic foot wounds and ulcers.

Trained Specialist providing vascular and wound care

Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Care addressing both local and systemic factors

Personalized Treatment Plans tailored to each patient

Treatment Approach

Many chronic wounds, particularly on the legs and feet, are a symptom of inadequate blood supply. As a Vascular Surgeon and a certified Wound Specialist Physician, Dr. Tan Yih Kai has the unique expertise to diagnose and treat both the wound itself and its underlying vascular cause. This comprehensive approach ensures you receive the most relevant and effective care for successful healing.

Prompt diagnosis, effective treatment, and continuous care are critical to healing chronic wounds and avoiding amputation. This comprehensive approach is proven to lead to better results and faster recovery.

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