Vacuum therapy and cleansing dressing for wounds
US6752794B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 27, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 27, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/84
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A thin, flexible member is provided for use in a vacuum bandage connected to a vacuum source. The member is provided for use with a wound having a wound surface. The member includes a wound contacting surface adapted to be in contact with and generally conform to the wound surface. The member further includes a plurality of discrete holes formed in the wound contacting surface, a port configured to communicate with the vacuum source, and communicating means from the holes to the port. The member is formed from a generally non-porous material.
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