title: Novel combination combining J-Vac and VAC sponge for draining a rectal wound.
abstract: Active drains, which work by negative pressure, require a closed space for retaining the vacuum. Here the authors describe their novel technique of combining a J-Vac drain and the sponge of a vacuum assisted closure dressing pack to drain a rectal wound. This modification may be useful for rectal wounds and anastomotic leaks.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University Hospital Lewisham, London, SE13 6LH, United Kingdom. dr_durai@yahoo.com
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Durai
authors.forename: P C H
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Ng
mesh_terms: D000038:Abscess / Q000628:therapy*; D004322:Drainage / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D012002:Rectal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D015503:Surgical Sponges