Vacuum therapy and cleansing dressing for wounds
US6685681B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 29, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/84
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bandage for use with a vacuum source includes a wound dressing member to be placed in contact with a wound surface and a suction port associated with the wound dressing member. The member is configured with spacers contacting the wound surface to define suction space between the member and the wound surface. The member also includes holes in communication with the suction space. Passageways of the bandage are provided between the suction port and the holes.
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