Regarding negative pressure wound therapy, false statement is:: (A) Necrotic tissue with eschar in wound is a contraindication to its use, (B) Pressure is 30 mmHg, (C) Gives good granulation tissue, (D) Used intermittently or continuously
Answer is B. Negative pressure wound therapy: Enhances wound healing by the removal of fluid collecting in it. Suction pressure -75 to -125 mmHg Gives good granulation tissue Can be used intermittently or continuously Contraindications: Malignancy, Untreated osteomyelitis, Necrotic eschar