Show At NURSING.com, we believe Black Lives Matter ✊🏿, No Human Is Illegal 🤝, Love Is Love 🏳️🌈, Women`s Rights Are Human Rights 👩, Science Is Real 🔬, Water Is Life 🌊, Injustice Anywhere Is A Threat To Justice Everywhere ☮️. AccessibilitySitemapDrug List Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a method of drawing out fluid and infection from a wound to help it heal. A special dressing (bandage) is sealed over the wound and a gentle vacuum pump is attached. Why do I need it?Your doctor may recommend NPWT if you have a burn, pressure ulcer, diabetic ulcer, chronic (long-lasting) wound, or injury. This therapy can help your wound heal faster and with fewer infections. NPWT is a good choice for some patients, but not all. Your doctor will decide if you are a good candidate for this therapy based on your type of wound and your medical situation. How does it work?This therapy involves a special dressing (bandage), tubing, a negative pressure device, and canister to collect fluids.
Using the NPWT device
How is the dressing changed?Having your dressing changed regularly is very important to your healing.
How can I prevent problems?Your doctor will only recommend this therapy if he or she believes it is safe for you. Complications can happen, however. These are things you can do to help prevent complications:
What if the alarm goes off?The pump may sound an alarm if there’s a leak in the seal of your dressing. Here’s what to do:
When should I call for help?Call your healthcare provider right away if you have:
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