title: A simple technique for applying vacuum-assisted closure therapy over the circular type external fixation device.
abstract: Vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy is a widely used method to promote granulation tissue in lower-extremity wounds. However, maintenance of a tight seal over irregular surfaces is difficult, especially around ring fixators. The presented technique in this article offers a time-saving and safe method to achieve an airtight seal around circular fixator in VAC therapy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedics, Denver Health Medical Center, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, CO 80204, USA. kagan.ozer@dhha.org
authors.forename: Kagan
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Ozer
authors.forename: Wade
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Smith
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001458:Bandages; D016267:External Fixators; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013396:Suction; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D014618:Vacuum; D014945:Wound Healing