Disposable NPWT device to facilitate early patient discharge following complex DFU

Khanbhai, M.; Fosah, R.; Oddy, M.J.; Richards, T.

Journal of Wound Care 21(4): 180; 182

2012


ISSN/ISBN: 0969-0700
PMID: 22584676
Document Number: 660031
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a valuable tool in complex wound management. Despite its popularity, NPWT therapy systems can have drawbacks, including reduced mobility and cost; therefore, NPWT is predominantly hospital based. The advent of a new, lightweight and disposable system may aid early discharge and permit outpatient treatment. This case report describes how one such system facilitated early discharge in a patient with a complex diabetic foot ulcer.

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