Treatment of pressure ulcers with topical negative pressure versus traditional wound management methods: a research sampler.
The treatment of pressure ulcers is still a matter of debate. The pros and cons of topical negative pressure versus traditional saline wet-to-moist dressings, platelet-derived growth factor, and surgical debridement are discussed in the literature review. This article examines literature that relates to the mechanism of action and efficacy of topical negative pressure.
Fette
Andreas
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Children's Hospital, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Lucerne, Switzerland. andreas.fette@ksl.ch
D000818:Animals; D001458:Bandages; D004195:Disease Models, Animal; D006801:Humans; D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000628:therapy*; D013552:Swine; D014618:Vacuum; D014945:Wound Healing
D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor