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Evaluation of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for Reduction of Postoperative Surgical Site Infection in Patients Undergoing Colorectal and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Conventional wound therapy and Negative pressure wound therapy for Patients Undergoing Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery. Completed, enrolled 164 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the rate of surgical site infection between traditional wound care and negative pressure wound therapy. Wounds will be assessed 4-5 days after surgery and at the first clinic visit after surgery.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Sterile bandages and wound coverings
The Prevena Incision Management System covers and protects the incision from external infectious sources, while negative pressure removes fluid and infectious material from the surgical incision. The ActiVAC pump may be used with the Prevena dressings as well in some situations to achieve negative pressure.