Abstract
Vacuum-assisted wound closure is established in acute wound treatment and assists granulation tissue as well as promotion of graft survival in critical localisation. A new vacuum-assisted wound closure device is launched for the treatment of heel wounds (V.A.C. GranuFoam Heel Dressing). First experience with this heel contour shaped dressing is presented in a case of primary surgical care of a high risk melanoma. The initial defect after excision, measuring 8 x 6 x 3.5 cm, granulated by V.A.C. treatment in 5 weeks to skin surface niveau and was successfully covered with a full thickness skin graft. The V.A.C. Heel Dressing is easy to apply, reduces vacuum leakage und increases patients' comfort and treatment safety in comparison to "classic" vacuum dressings.
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