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Table 6.

Summary of guidelines based on Delphi consensus.

Summary of Guidelines for Fluorescence Imaging
Training is needed to effectively perform fluorescence imaging. E.g., how to position the patient and device, how to interpret images The clinical workflow for fluorescence imaging compliments and is in addition to clinical wound assessment and treatment. Clinical judgement should be used to apply fluorescence information to treatment decision making. Medical history, comorbidities and signs of infection may inform the medical necessity for fluorescence imaging. E.g., history of delayed wound healing, presence of diabetes, detection of pain or malodor Fluorescence imaging may be performed prior to, concurrent with, or following many common procedures and therapies in wound care. E.g., Debridement, CTP application, prescription of antimicrobials, wound sampling Fluorescence imaging should be performed no more than weekly, unless otherwise indicated by medical necessity.

Summary of Guidelines for Fluorescence Imaging

Training is needed to effectively perform fluorescence imaging.
E.g., how to position the patient and device, how to interpret images
The clinical workflow for fluorescence imaging compliments and is in addition to clinical wound assessment and treatment.
Clinical judgement should be used to apply fluorescence information to treatment decision making.
Medical history, comorbidities and signs of infection may inform the medical necessity for fluorescence imaging.
E.g., history of delayed wound healing, presence of diabetes, detection of pain or malodor
Fluorescence imaging may be performed prior to, concurrent with, or following many common procedures and therapies in wound care.
E.g., Debridement, CTP application, prescription of antimicrobials, wound sampling
Fluorescence imaging should be performed no more than weekly, unless otherwise indicated by medical necessity.