Topical interventions for the management of pain in chronic wounds: A protocol for a systematic review [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]
Background: Venous, arterial, diabetic and pressure ulcers, collectively known as chronic wounds, negatively impact individuals across psychological, social and financial domains.Chronic wounds can be painful and the nature, frequency and impact of pain can differ depending on wound aetiology, wound state and on numerous patient factors.While syste