Vented vacuum bandage with irrigation for wound healing and method
US7896864B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 12, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vacuum and irrigation wound bandage system is provided for use with a wound. The system includes a vacuum source, an irrigation source, and a bandage positioned adjacent the wound to create a sealed environment around the wound. The vacuum source of the system is in communication with the bandage to create negative pressure between the bandage and the wound.
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