The article describes in detail action mechanisms of negative pressure wound treatment (NPWT) – one of the latest techniques used in various etiologies wound treatment. Negative pressure provides continuous evacuation of fluid, stimulates the proliferation of granulation tissue and effectively cleans the wound surface. Local prolonged negative pressure wound treatment is currently carefully developed, reliable, efficient and professional wound treatment technology. NPWT can significantly reduce time and cost of treatment.

wound treatment, vacuum therapy, negative pressure wound treatment, vacuum assisted closure.

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