Abstract
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a wellestablished and effective method for treating complex wounds. However, this modality of treatment may not be available in limited resource countries due to the high cost. We describe a simple and cheap method of NPWT using gauze swabs, a naso-gastric tube, adhesive occlusive drape and a central or portable suction machine.Key words: Negative Pressure, Wound Therapy
Highlights
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a wellestablished modality for treating complex wounds (1)
This is an effective, cheap and affordable alternative to the original NPWT which would be suitable in limited-resources countries
A sterile laparotomy gauze swab, 30cm x 30 cm or 40 cm x 40 cm, that is lightly soaked in normal saline is laid directly onto the surface of the wound
Summary
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a wellestablished modality for treating complex wounds (1). This is an effective, cheap and affordable alternative to the original NPWT which would be suitable in limited-resources countries.
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