Journal of wound care
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Journal of wound care · Oct 2017
Comparative Study Controlled Clinical TrialNegative pressure wound therapy versus gauze dressings for the treatment of contaminated traumatic wounds.
This compares hospital suction negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) with conventional gauze dressings in traumatic soft-tissue injury at a tertiary care centre. ⋯ NPWT has a role in healing traumatic wounds and can be delivered effectively through hospital suction NPWT, which can also reduce the cost of therapy. We recommend its regular use in all patients presenting with post-traumatic, soft-tissue injuries when primary coverage is not possible.