Use of vacuum assisted closure therapy in the palliation of a malignant wound.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Vaccum assisted closure (VAC) therapy is a novel method of wound healing using topical negative pressure across the wound bed and containing all exudate within a sealed system. We report the use of VAC therapy to control pain and exudate of a malignant wound.
Medical subject headings
- Leg Ulcer
- Pain
- Palliative Care
- Vacuum
- Wound Healing