Wound treatment apparatus employing reduced pressure
US7279612B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/96
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus is described for stimulating healing of wounds, particularly burns, to the hands or feet. The apparatus comprises an envelope for receiving the affected part of the body. The envelope (12) comprises an air-tight cover which contains a porous pad (22, 24, 26) for covering the wound. Means are provided for connecting the interior of the envelope to a source of suction.
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