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  • Health Economics
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) therapy has transformed modern wound care practices.
  • A novel 'VAC at home' approach was developed to mitigate escalating hospital expenses.
  • This strategy aims to make advanced wound care more accessible and affordable.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of administering VAC therapy in an outpatient setting.
  • To compare the costs associated with home-based VAC therapy versus traditional inpatient hospital stays.
  • To determine if 'VAC at home' can serve as a viable alternative for eligible patients.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study was conducted in a private hospital between January 2009 and December 2010.
  • Eligible patients with uncomplicated wounds, fit for discharge, received VAC therapy initiated in-hospital.
  • VAC dressing changes were performed every 48-72 hours, with home care costs compared to projected hospital stay costs.

Main Results:

  • Thirteen patients (female to male ratio 1.6:1) with a mean age of 27.1 years were enrolled.
  • Road traffic accidents were the primary cause, with leg injuries being most common (16.2%).
  • The average total cost for home VAC therapy was $2434.4 USD per patient, resulting in an average saving of $2739.7 USD per patient compared to hospitalization.

Conclusions:

  • Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) therapy can be safely implemented as an outpatient procedure.
  • The 'VAC at home' model significantly reduces healthcare costs for patients and hospitals.
  • This approach offers a cost-effective solution for advanced wound management, enhancing patient recovery outside the hospital setting.