Negatieve druktherapie ter bevordering van de wondheling bij gezelschapsdieren

Translated title of the contribution: Negative pressure wound therapy to promote wound healing in companion animals

A. L. Spillebeen, M. Or, B. Van Goethem, H. de Rooster

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    Abstract

    Negative pressure wound therapy is a respected treatment method in human patients with acute andchronic wounds. The local application of negative pressure stimulates the blood fl ow and the formation ofhealthy granulation tissue, and also evacuates exudate. Worldwide, there is a growing interest in the applicationof negative pressure wound therapy in companion animals. Promising results have been reportedalthough more research is necessary to study the effects of this treatment in dogs and cats. A thoroughevaluation of the applicability and the advantages of negative pressure wound therapy in companion animalsis recommended.
    Translated title of the contributionNegative pressure wound therapy to promote wound healing in companion animals
    Original languageDutch
    Pages (from-to)191-200
    JournalVlaams Diergeneeskundig Tijdschrift
    Volume82
    Issue number4
    Publication statusPublished - 2013

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