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EP593 CASE REPORT: NEGATIVE PRESSURE INSTILLATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF AN IATROGENIC UPPER LIMB ULCER.

Authors :
Somma, Rosa
Ciliberti, Marino
Balzano, Vincenzo
di Martino, Vincenzo
Vitagliano, Francesco
Inghilterra, Concetta
Source :
Journal of Wound Management; Jul2023, Vol. 24 Issue 2, p371-372, 2p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of Vac VeraFlo for the treatment of an iatrogenic upper limb ulcer, in minimizing the risk of infection, accelerating healing times and improving quality of life. Method: Combined home and outpatient care for the management of a full thickness lesion of the left forearm, in a patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma. Case Presentation: 57-year-old male, July 2020 diagnosed with hodgkin's lymphoma, underwent three cycles of chemotherapy with ABVD (Adriamycin, Bleomycin, Vinblastine, Dacarbazine); January 2021 chemotherapy extravasation. June 2021 presents extensive full-thickness eschar on the left forearm, which, although serious, does not deteriorate its constitution, but aggravates its quality of life. Phase 1: Debridement; Phase 2: NPWT with instillation; Phase 3: Skin graft. Results / Discussion: Excellent wound bed preparation to receive a dermo-epidermal graft. Conclusion: Hospital-territory continuity increases patient compliance allowing for a reduction in treatment times which translates into better outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
27885771
Volume :
24
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Journal of Wound Management
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
164969287