Use of the Adherent Soft Silicone Dressing for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Abstract

Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has been introduced as a useful technique for wound treatment. However, some complications have been reported, such as infection, bleeding and pain, which make it impossible for patients to continue further treatment. Air leak is another problem, especially in hairy regions, such as the head and genital area. We have introduced a silicone gel adhesive dressing for NWPT, instead of using the film included in the original kit. The use of the silicone gel adhesive dressing greatly reduces pain, which was occurs when detaching the film. In addition, it plays a role in reducing air leak in hairy regions. Although there remains the problem of its high cost, silicone gel adhesive dressing for NPWT is quite useful.