Innovation in wound management with disposable, portable, cost-effective and non-powered NPWT device: Experience in general surgery

Abstract

Wound management is vital part of surgery. We used a non-powered, disposable, portable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy dressing (NPWT) ("Nanova™", KCI™) on different types of surgical wounds treated in one Secondary Care Hospital in Ireland. It is easy to use and is self-operated by patients. It was trialled on three patients, was well tolerated, resulting in early mobility and return to daily activities, along with rapid recovery. There was no non-compliance or adverse effects to surrounding skin. The recovery time ranged from 2-3 weeks. The use of this device positively affected the clinical outcome and resulted in early discharge from hospital, quicker recovery and early return to daily activities.