Wound VAC Process, Benefits | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) is a method of decreasing air pressure around a wound[1] to assist the healing. It’s also referred to as negative pressure wound therapy.

During a VAC procedure, a healthcare professional applies a foam bandage over an open wound[2], and a vacuum pump creates negative pressure around the wound. This means the pressure over the wound is lower than the pressure in the atmosphere. The pressure pulls the edges of the wound together.

Most clinical trials[3] on people and animals have found that VAC for wound healing is equally or more effective than conventional wound closing techniques. VAC therapy can help healing in several ways, such as reducing swelling[4], stimulating the growth of new tissue, and preventing infections[5].

In this article, we’ll examine how VAC helps wound he...