Utilizing Low-cost Vacuum-assisted Closure as Adjuvant Therapy in Soft Tissue Reconstruction for a Mangled Upper
Meirizal Meirizal1,2, Rahadyan Magetsari1,2, Sumadi Lukman Anwar1,3
1From the Doctoral Program in Medicine and Health Science, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|May 27, 2024
Summary
Low-cost vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) effectively manages severe mangled extremity injuries when amputation is declined. This innovative approach promotes granulation and prevents infection, offering a viable alternative for complex wound reconstruction.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Management
- Wound Healing
Background:
- Mangled extremity injuries present challenges in soft tissue reconstruction due to large defects and compromised flap viability.
- Delayed closure increases infection risk, necessitating adjuvant therapies.
- Conventional vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) is effective but costly, limiting its use in resource-limited settings.
