This is an advanced treatment for wounds that can be used on any part of the body. Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is one of the options for treating hard-to-heal wounds.
Components of NPWT:
• Special sponge placed on or inside the wound.
• Thin and adhesive transparent dressings covering the wound area.
• Suction tubing connected to a container for collecting and draining wound fluids.
• Special electric pump used to apply negative pressure.
Benefits of NPWT for wound treatment:
• Directly removes fluid from the wound and reduces swelling.
• Facilitates wound contraction and closure of the space underneath the skin.
• Encourages the formation of new blood vessels for the growth of healthy tissue.