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Original Research
Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation and Dwell Time on Health Care Utilization and Costs in South Africa
11/03/2025
Maeyane S. Moeng; Suleman Vadia, MBChB; Ashley W. Collinsworth, ScD, MPH; Siobhan Lookess, BSc, PGDip; Paolo Capelli
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article...
11/03/2025
Wounds
Original Research
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Using a New Pressure Monitoring Device for Wound Treatment: Results of an Animal Model
04/16/2025
Fengzhen Meng, PhD; Jianwen Ye, MMed; Xiaomin Wu, MMed; Jianchi Li, MD; Bin Bian, MMed; Wensong Li, BN; Xiaohua Pan, MD
Novel dressing incorporating pressure-sensing technology enables monitoring of negative pressure fluctuations during wound treatment in a preclinical model.
Novel dressing incorporating pressure-sensing technology enables monitoring of negative pressure fluctuations during wound treatment in a preclinical model.
Novel dressing incorporating...
04/16/2025
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Rapid Communication
Efficiency of New Smart Instillation Technology With Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Managing Complex Chronic and Surgical Wounds: A Case Series
12/09/2024
Rosemary H. Hill, BSN, CWOCN, WOCC
Objective: To report experience with this smart instillation NPWTi-d system technology in managing 4 complex wounds containing large areas of devitalized tissue and/or yellow fibrinous slough.
Objective: To report experience with this smart instillation NPWTi-d system technology in managing 4 complex wounds containing large areas of devitalized tissue and/or yellow fibrinous slough.
Objective: To report experience...
12/09/2024
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Author Insights
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in the Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers
06/16/2023
John C. Lantis, II, MD, FACS
In this video, Dr. Lantis provides an overview and additional details relating to his literature review, Use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for the Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers.
In this video, Dr. Lantis provides an overview and additional details relating to his literature review, Use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for the Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers.
In this video, Dr. Lantis...
06/16/2023
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Review
Use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for the Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers
06/01/2023
John C. Lantis, II, MD, FACS; Allegra Fierro, MD; Callie Horn, MD
The authors discuss the support that negative pressure wound therapy can provide in the treatment of venous leg ulcers as well as an algorithm for increased use of the modality in this indication.
The authors discuss the support that negative pressure wound therapy can provide in the treatment of venous leg ulcers as well as an algorithm for increased use of the modality in this indication.
The authors discuss the support...
06/01/2023
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Case Series
Rotation Flap Closure of Pressure Injuries Following Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation for Wound Cleansing
05/24/2023
Michael N. Desvigne, MD, FACS, CWS, FACCWS; Kurt Holifield, RN, BSN, WCC, OMS; Kari Day, RN, BSN, WCC; Krista Montgomery; Ashley L. Wardman, LPN; Denise Gilmore, BSN, RN, CWON, CFCN
The authors report 5 cases of patients with pressure injuries who underwent negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time to clean the wound and allow for primary closure with rotation flaps.
The authors report 5 cases of patients with pressure injuries who underwent negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time to clean the wound and allow for primary closure with rotation flaps.
The authors report 5 cases of...
05/24/2023
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Reduced Time to Skin Grafting in Chronic Wounds Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
05/10/2023
Tracy M. Robertson, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner Tracy Robertson shares background on her case series, Reduced Time to Skin Grafting in Chronic Wounds Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
Nurse practitioner Tracy Robertson shares background on her case series, Reduced Time to Skin Grafting in Chronic Wounds Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
Nurse practitioner Tracy...
05/10/2023
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Case Series
Reduced Time to Skin Grafting in Chronic Wounds Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
05/01/2023
Leonard D. Benitez; Tracy M. Robertson, FNP-BC
Ten patients were assessed to compare the time to wound closure between patients who received negative pressure wound therapy alone and those who received negative pressure wound therapy and esterified hyaluronic acid matrix.
Ten patients were assessed to compare the time to wound closure between patients who received negative pressure wound therapy alone and those who received negative pressure wound therapy and esterified hyaluronic acid matrix.
Ten patients were assessed to...
05/01/2023
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Review
Pooled Study-level Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Analyzing the Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Irrigation vs Traditional Negative Pressure Wound Therapy on Diabetic Foot Outcomes
03/31/2023
Karla De La Mata, DPM; Lawrence A. Lavery, DPM, MPH; Orhan K. Öz; Andrew Crisologo, DPM; Prakash Krishnan, MD, FACC; Michael Siah, MD; Arthur Tarricone; Amanda L. Killeen, DPM; Allen Gee
A review of the clinical outcomes of traditional negative pressure wound therapy vs negative pressure wound therapy with irrigation in the treatment of diabetic foot.
A review of the clinical outcomes of traditional negative pressure wound therapy vs negative pressure wound therapy with irrigation in the treatment of diabetic foot.
A review of the clinical...
03/31/2023
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Original Research
Comparison of Negative Pressure Dressing and Conventional Dressing in the Management of Skin Grafts at the Donor Site of the Latissimus Dorsi Flap
03/09/2023
Jiasheng Dong; Tingliang Wang; Hua Xu; Ying Liu; Jiafei Yang; Yi Zhang
The authors of this study compared negative pressure dressing with traditional bolster dressing at the latissimus dorsi donor site in patients who had had split-thickness skin grafts performed.
The authors of this study compared negative pressure dressing with traditional bolster dressing at the latissimus dorsi donor site in patients who had had split-thickness skin grafts performed.
The authors of this study...
03/09/2023
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Multimedia

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Utilizing Disposable, Mechanical NPWT Devices to Aid Wound Management at Home: Cost Savings Considerations
01/17/2022
Ralph J. Napolitano, Jr., DPM, CWSP, FACFAS
In this clinical case presentation, Dr Napolitano describes 3 cases using mechanically powered, disposable negative pressure wound therapy.
In this clinical case presentation, Dr Napolitano describes 3 cases using mechanically powered, disposable negative pressure wound therapy.
In this clinical case...
01/17/2022
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Important NPWT Guidelines For Wound Care Clinicians
12/22/2021
In this video, Paul Kim, DPM, MS, discusses important guidelines when NPWT. He shares those guidelines and expands on what wound types that NPWT can be used for.
In this video, Paul Kim, DPM, MS, discusses important guidelines when NPWT. He shares those guidelines and expands on what wound types that NPWT can be used for.
In this video, Paul Kim, DPM,...
12/22/2021
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Videos
Outcomes with use of Novel Silicone-Acrylic Hybrid Drape During Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Fluid Instillation: Initial Clinical Experience
12/14/2021
Luis Fernandez, MD, KHS, KCOEG, FACS, FASAS, FCCP
In this video, the presenter reports the outcomes of 3 cases in which a silicone-acrylic hybrid drape was used during negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time.
In this video, the presenter reports the outcomes of 3 cases in which a silicone-acrylic hybrid drape was used during negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time.
In this video, the presenter...
12/14/2021
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Videos
Mechanically Powered Disposable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Use in Diabetic Foot Wounds
12/14/2021
Robert J. Klein, DPM, FACFAS, CWS
In this clinical case presentation, the presenter illustrates a case study of a right foot plantar ulcer treated with mechanically powered, disposable negative pressure wound therapy.
In this clinical case presentation, the presenter illustrates a case study of a right foot plantar ulcer treated with mechanically powered, disposable negative pressure wound therapy.
In this clinical case...
12/14/2021
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Partnered Podcast
The Past, Present, and Future of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
08/27/2021
In this podcast, with Peter Mason, CEO of Extricare, and Matt Cranfill, WOCN, offered in partnership with ExtriCARE USA, we will explore the history of NPWT, how NPWT is evolving in the wound care space, and the latest education regarding...
In this podcast, with Peter Mason, CEO of Extricare, and Matt Cranfill, WOCN, offered in partnership with ExtriCARE USA, we will explore the history of NPWT, how NPWT is evolving in the wound care space, and the latest education regarding...
In this podcast, with Peter...
08/27/2021
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Mechanical Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
06/22/2021
When used for wound management, NPWT delivers sub atmospheric pressure at the wound site which exerts multiple beneficial effects. In this podcast, Laura Swoboda DNP, APNP, FNP-C, CWOCN-AP, discusses how sub atmospheric pressure causes micro...
When used for wound management, NPWT delivers sub atmospheric pressure at the wound site which exerts multiple beneficial effects. In this podcast, Laura Swoboda DNP, APNP, FNP-C, CWOCN-AP, discusses how sub atmospheric pressure causes micro...
When used for wound management,...
06/22/2021
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Videos
Using Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation to Cleanse Lower Extremity Wounds: Assessing Potential Cost Savings
01/31/2021
Ralph J. Napolitano, Jr., DPM, CWSP, FACFAS
In this poster presentation video, the presenter reports on the use of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in 3 cases of lower extremity wounds.
In this poster presentation video, the presenter reports on the use of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in 3 cases of lower extremity wounds.
In this poster presentation...
01/31/2021
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Clinical Cases
Single-stage Biomatrix and Skin Graft Under a Single-patient Portable NPWT Device Decreases Hospital Costs
01/07/2020
This video presents the findings on the economic impact of the total cost of therapy when using a single-stage procedure, single-patient negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system over an advanced biomatrix.
This video presents the findings on the economic impact of the total cost of therapy when using a single-stage procedure, single-patient negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system over an advanced biomatrix.
This video presents the findings...
01/07/2020
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Clinical Cases
NPWT Switch Worth Making: Successful Hospital System Transition to a New NPWT System
01/07/2020
This video showcases a successful transition from one negative pressure wound therapy system to another in a 1,400-bed hospital system.
This video showcases a successful transition from one negative pressure wound therapy system to another in a 1,400-bed hospital system.
This video showcases a...
01/07/2020
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Clinical Cases
Randomized Clinical Study to Compare NPWT With Saline Irrigation and Traditional NPWT for Complex Foot Infections
07/24/2019
This prospective, randomized clinical study evaluates the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy with and without irrigation in patients with foot infections.
This prospective, randomized clinical study evaluates the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy with and without irrigation in patients with foot infections.
This prospective, randomized...
07/24/2019
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Analysis
Notes on Financial and Legal Implications of Measurement Inconsistencies and CTPs
03/26/2026
Scott Nelson
This speaker discusses the audit implications of inaccuracies in wound care documentation, highlighting the importance of maintaining documentation integrity at practices of any size.
This speaker discusses the audit implications of inaccuracies in wound care documentation, highlighting the importance of maintaining documentation integrity at practices of any size.
This speaker discusses the audit...
03/26/2026
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Analysis
What Are the Risks of Measurement Inaccuracy With CTPs?
03/23/2026
Scott Nelson
This author emphasizes that inconsistencies in measurement of wounds for CTPs can lead to red flags for auditors, as erratic size changes or consistent overestimations may suggest improper billing practices.
This author emphasizes that inconsistencies in measurement of wounds for CTPs can lead to red flags for auditors, as erratic size changes or consistent overestimations may suggest improper billing practices.
This author emphasizes that...
03/23/2026
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Analysis
Measurement Accuracy and CTPs: Viewpoints on Driving Outcomes
03/19/2026
Scott Nelson
In the first of three videos, this speaker focuses on the critical role of measurement accuracy in wound care, emphasizing its impact on medical necessity and reimbursement processes.
In the first of three videos, this speaker focuses on the critical role of measurement accuracy in wound care, emphasizing its impact on medical necessity and reimbursement processes.
In the first of three videos,...
03/19/2026
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Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 3
03/17/2026
Now that Medicare is no longer paying for CTP wastage, Kathleen D. Schaum discusses how to adjust your processes to accommodate that change.
Now that Medicare is no longer paying for CTP wastage, Kathleen D. Schaum discusses how to adjust your processes to accommodate that change.
Now that Medicare is no longer...
03/17/2026
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Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 2
03/13/2026
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
In the second part of this video series, Kathleen Schaum explores exceptions to the Medicare CTP payment of $127.14 per square centimeter.
In the second part of this video series, Kathleen Schaum explores exceptions to the Medicare CTP payment of $127.14 per square centimeter.
In the second part of this video...
03/13/2026
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Analysis
Implementation of Three Unexpected CTP 2026 Medicare Payment Changes: Part 1
03/11/2026
Kathleen D. Schaum, MS
In part 1 of a video series, Kathleen D. Schaum breaks down how to implement using the same allowable payment rate for all brands of CTP sheets.
In part 1 of a video series, Kathleen D. Schaum breaks down how to implement using the same allowable payment rate for all brands of CTP sheets.
In part 1 of a video series,...
03/11/2026
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Viewpoints
CTPs at a Turning Point: Regulation, Innovation, and Market Pressures Ahead
03/03/2026
David Alper, DPM
In this interview, the speaker outlines concerns about regulatory overcorrection, escalating product costs, and the growing influence of vendor-driven revenue messaging in physician offices.
In this interview, the speaker outlines concerns about regulatory overcorrection, escalating product costs, and the growing influence of vendor-driven revenue messaging in physician offices.
In this interview, the speaker...
03/03/2026
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Viewpoints
CTPs at a Crossroads: Navigating Regulation, Access, and Limb Preservation
02/24/2026
David Alper, DPM
As multi-billion dollar spending on CTPs draws heightened regulatory scrutiny, policymakers are stepping in—fast and forcefully. But as new rules roll out, many clinicians worry that cost containment efforts could unintentionally undermine...
As multi-billion dollar spending on CTPs draws heightened regulatory scrutiny, policymakers are stepping in—fast and forcefully. But as new rules roll out, many clinicians worry that cost containment efforts could unintentionally undermine...
As multi-billion dollar spending...
02/24/2026
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Viewpoints
Right Patient, Right Product, Right Time: A Smarter Approach to CTP Use
02/16/2026
Frank Aviles, Jr., PT, CWS, FACCWS, CLT-LANA, ALM, AWCC
Advanced wound imaging technologies—including near-infrared spectroscopy, thermography, and fluorescence imaging—are transforming how clinicians select and time cellular tissue product (CTP) applications.
Advanced wound imaging technologies—including near-infrared spectroscopy, thermography, and fluorescence imaging—are transforming how clinicians select and time cellular tissue product (CTP) applications.
Advanced wound imaging...
02/16/2026
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Viewpoints
CTP Regulatory Shifts: What’s Next and a Practical Reality Check
02/10/2026
Jim McDannald, DPM
In this part of a recent interview with Jim McDannald, DPM, of Podiatry Growth, he shares how he sees practices adapting in light of regulatory changes, and what he predicts for those that do not find a way to do so.
In this part of a recent interview with Jim McDannald, DPM, of Podiatry Growth, he shares how he sees practices adapting in light of regulatory changes, and what he predicts for those that do not find a way to do so.
In this part of a recent...
02/10/2026
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From the Publications

Original Research
Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation and Dwell Time on Health Care Utilization and Costs in South Africa
11/03/2025
Maeyane S. Moeng; Suleman Vadia, MBChB; Ashley W. Collinsworth, ScD, MPH; Siobhan Lookess, BSc, PGDip; Paolo Capelli
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article examine the utilization and cost impact of negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time in South Africa.
The authors of this article...
11/03/2025
Wounds
Original Research
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Using a New Pressure Monitoring Device for Wound Treatment: Results of an Animal Model
04/16/2025
Fengzhen Meng, PhD; Jianwen Ye, MMed; Xiaomin Wu, MMed; Jianchi Li, MD; Bin Bian, MMed; Wensong Li, BN; Xiaohua Pan, MD
Novel dressing incorporating pressure-sensing technology enables monitoring of negative pressure fluctuations during wound treatment in a preclinical model.
Novel dressing incorporating pressure-sensing technology enables monitoring of negative pressure fluctuations during wound treatment in a preclinical model.
Novel dressing incorporating...
04/16/2025
Wounds
Case Series
Rotation Flap Closure of Pressure Injuries Following Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation for Wound Cleansing
05/24/2023
Michael N. Desvigne, MD, FACS, CWS, FACCWS; Kurt Holifield, RN, BSN, WCC, OMS; Kari Day, RN, BSN, WCC; Krista Montgomery; Ashley L. Wardman, LPN; Denise Gilmore, BSN, RN, CWON, CFCN
The authors report 5 cases of patients with pressure injuries who underwent negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time to clean the wound and allow for primary closure with rotation flaps.
The authors report 5 cases of patients with pressure injuries who underwent negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell time to clean the wound and allow for primary closure with rotation flaps.
The authors report 5 cases of...
05/24/2023
Wounds
Case Series
Reduced Time to Skin Grafting in Chronic Wounds Using an Esterified Hyaluronic Acid Matrix and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
05/01/2023
Leonard D. Benitez; Tracy M. Robertson, FNP-BC
Ten patients were assessed to compare the time to wound closure between patients who received negative pressure wound therapy alone and those who received negative pressure wound therapy and esterified hyaluronic acid matrix.
Ten patients were assessed to compare the time to wound closure between patients who received negative pressure wound therapy alone and those who received negative pressure wound therapy and esterified hyaluronic acid matrix.
Ten patients were assessed to...
05/01/2023
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Original Research
Comparison of Negative Pressure Dressing and Conventional Dressing in the Management of Skin Grafts at the Donor Site of the Latissimus Dorsi Flap
03/09/2023
Jiasheng Dong; Tingliang Wang; Hua Xu; Ying Liu; Jiafei Yang; Yi Zhang
The authors of this study compared negative pressure dressing with traditional bolster dressing at the latissimus dorsi donor site in patients who had had split-thickness skin grafts performed.
The authors of this study compared negative pressure dressing with traditional bolster dressing at the latissimus dorsi donor site in patients who had had split-thickness skin grafts performed.
The authors of this study...
03/09/2023
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Case Series
Early Experience and Recommendations for the Use of an Automated Estimator of Solution Volume for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation
03/06/2023
Luis Fernandez, MD, KHS, KCOEG, FACS, FASAS, FCCP; Paul J. Kim, DPM, MS, FACFAS; Marc R. Matthews, MD, FACS, MS
An examination of 23 patients for whom solution volume for negative pressure wound therapy was determined with the use of an automated estimator of solution volume.
An examination of 23 patients for whom solution volume for negative pressure wound therapy was determined with the use of an automated estimator of solution volume.
An examination of 23 patients...
03/06/2023
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Case Series
The Role of Personal-use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Enhanced Functionality in Achieving Wound-related Treatment Goals: A Small Prospective Study
03/01/2023
Bounthavy Homsombath, MD; Zaheed Hassan, MD; Inez Cregan; Rey V. Paglinawan, BS; Beretta Craft-Coffman, PA-C; Robert F. Mullins, MD; Shawn P. Fagan, MD, FACS; Joan Wilson, MSN, MHA, RN
A series of 10 patients were treated with a personal-use negative pressure wound therapy system over 4 weeks to evaluate the device in terms of wound healing and clinician satisfaction.
A series of 10 patients were treated with a personal-use negative pressure wound therapy system over 4 weeks to evaluate the device in terms of wound healing and clinician satisfaction.
A series of 10 patients were...
03/01/2023
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Case Report
The Sandwich Technique for Quick and Efficient Application of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy to the Feet and Hands: A Case Report
01/13/2023
Marc R. Matthews, MD, FACS, MS; Bryan Roth; Kristie Ho; Austin Rollins; Marisse A. Lardizabal, DPM; Sean F. O'Keefe; Luis G. Fernández
In this case report, which follows a 22-year-old female patient presenting with a full-thickness burn to the top of the foot, authors examine the utilization of the “sandwich technique” to seal a negative pressure wound therapy dressing...
In this case report, which follows a 22-year-old female patient presenting with a full-thickness burn to the top of the foot, authors examine the utilization of the “sandwich technique” to seal a negative pressure wound therapy dressing...
In this case report, which...
01/13/2023
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Case Report
Heterotopic Ossification With Concurrent Chronic Osteomyelitis of the Leg Following Licking of a Wound by a Domesticated Dog
11/21/2022
Tsing-Li Lin; Ya Hui Wang; Shyu-Jye Wang; Wei-Cheng Hung; Liang-Chen Huang
To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first case in the English-language literature with wound infection and mature HO with chronic osteomyelitis caused by mixed infection of Pasteurella canis, Peptoniphilus coxii, Peptostreptococcus canis,...
To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first case in the English-language literature with wound infection and mature HO with chronic osteomyelitis caused by mixed infection of Pasteurella canis, Peptoniphilus coxii, Peptostreptococcus canis,...
To the authors’ knowledge, this...
11/21/2022
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Original Research
The Effect of Timing of Instillation Therapy on Outcomes and Costs for Patients Receiving Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
11/01/2022
Leah P. Griffin, MS; Ashley W. Collinsworth, MPH
In this article, the authors report that early NPWTi-d initiation was associated with shorter NPWT duration, shorter inpatient stay, and fewer debridements, among other benefits.
In this article, the authors report that early NPWTi-d initiation was associated with shorter NPWT duration, shorter inpatient stay, and fewer debridements, among other benefits.
In this article, the authors...
11/01/2022
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Case Series
Use of Synthetic Electrospun Fiber Matrix in the Sealing of Tunneling, Undermining, and Cavity Wounds
04/08/2026
Thea Price, MD; Katie Meador, NP
In a retrospective series, synthetic electrospun fiber matrix promoted healing of complex tunneling and undermining wounds, helping avoid flap reconstruction or amputation in high-risk patients.
In a retrospective series, synthetic electrospun fiber matrix promoted healing of complex tunneling and undermining wounds, helping avoid flap reconstruction or amputation in high-risk patients.
In a retrospective series,...
04/08/2026
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Case Series
Rethinking Compression: Expanding Decongestive Therapy With Innovative Garment Solutions
03/27/2026
Suzie Ehmann, PT, DPT, PhD Candidate, CWS, CWLT, CLT-LANA
This case series shows that a dual-layer compression system can effectively reduce limb volume, support wound healing, and improve patient independence in complex lymphedema.
This case series shows that a dual-layer compression system can effectively reduce limb volume, support wound healing, and improve patient independence in complex lymphedema.
This case series shows that a...
03/27/2026
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Original Research
The Effect of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy on Abdominal Deep Incisional Surgical Site Infections in High-Risk Patients
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
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Case Series
Successful Application of Bilayer Living Skin Substitute in the Treatment of Pyoderma Gangrenosum: A Case Series
03/10/2026
Eight refractory pyoderma gangrenosum cases healed with immunosuppression, selective debridement, and bilayer skin substitute, supporting surgery under controlled inflammation.
Eight refractory pyoderma gangrenosum cases healed with immunosuppression, selective debridement, and bilayer skin substitute, supporting surgery under controlled inflammation.
Eight refractory pyoderma...
03/10/2026
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Original Research
Preserving Limbs and Lives: The Role of Cellular, Acellular, and Matrix-like Products in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Care
02/26/2026
Abigail Royfman, BS; Sarah Lux, BA; Kennedy Couch, BS; Molynna Nguyen, BS; Mandy Wong, BS; Emily Gong, BS; Richard Simman, MD
CAMPs may reduce long-term lower-limb amputation risk and improve amputation-free survival in diabetic foot ulcer care.
CAMPs may reduce long-term lower-limb amputation risk and improve amputation-free survival in diabetic foot ulcer care.
CAMPs may reduce long-term...
02/26/2026
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Case Report
Hydrosurgical Debridement System Combined With Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for the Treatment of Large Chronic Wounds Caused by Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Injection for Breast Augmentation
02/24/2026
Hydrosurgical debridement combined with negative pressure therapy effectively treated extensive chronic wounds from polyacrylamide hydrogel breast injections, resulting in successful healing without recurrence at 12–18 months.
Hydrosurgical debridement combined with negative pressure therapy effectively treated extensive chronic wounds from polyacrylamide hydrogel breast injections, resulting in successful healing without recurrence at 12–18 months.
Hydrosurgical debridement...
02/24/2026
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Case Report
Treatment of Refractory Leg Ulcer in a Patient With Lupus Undergoing Combination Therapies
02/11/2026
Chi Young Bang, MD, PhD; Seung Ho Lee, MD; Kun Yong Sung, PhD, MD
Systemic lupus erythematosus may present with refractory leg ulcers unresponsive to immunosuppression, prompting consideration of multimodal anticoagulation and advanced wound therapies.
Systemic lupus erythematosus may present with refractory leg ulcers unresponsive to immunosuppression, prompting consideration of multimodal anticoagulation and advanced wound therapies.
Systemic lupus erythematosus may...
02/11/2026
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Case Report
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy-Assisted Granulation and Grafting Over Exposed Achilles Tendon in an Immunocompromised Burn Patient
02/06/2026
Mohamad Kharashgah, MBBS; Qusai Swedan, MD; Saleh Abualhaj, MD
This case report explores management considerations for full-thickness burns with exposed Achilles tendon in an immunocompromised patient.
This case report explores management considerations for full-thickness burns with exposed Achilles tendon in an immunocompromised patient.
This case report explores...
02/06/2026
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Case Report
Plantar-to-Plantar Punch Skin Grafts for a Wound Caused by Crush Injury
01/28/2026
Francisco Javier Ramírez-Fernández, MD; Isidro Velázquez-Jacobo, MD; Adriana Lozano-Platonoff, MD; Monica Navarrete-Martínez, MD; José Contreras-Ruiz, MD
This case report discusses region-specific reconstruction of complex foot trauma using plantar-to-plantar punch grafting to provide durable, glabrous coverage.
This case report discusses region-specific reconstruction of complex foot trauma using plantar-to-plantar punch grafting to provide durable, glabrous coverage.
This case report discusses...
01/28/2026
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Original Research
Evaluation of A Multilayer Antimicrobial Foam Dressing Indicated for Use on Surgical Incisions
12/18/2025
Stephanie Constable, BSN, RN, CWOCN; Jacquelyn Bergo, MBA, MSN, RN, PHN, CCRN; Sarah Tuttle, BSc; Jennifer Jane Gale, BA
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician experiences using a multilayer antimicrobial surgical incision dressing prophylactically in low-risk orthopedic and other surgical patients.
This article examines clinician...
12/18/2025
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Posters

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Lower Extremity Burn Wound Healing in Patients with Diabetes
10/25/2022
Kirra Fedyszyn
A poster presented at SAWC Fall summarizes a study on burn wound healing among patients with diabetes to examine how different A1c levels correlate with complications and prolonged healing.
A poster presented at SAWC Fall summarizes a study on burn wound healing among patients with diabetes to examine how different A1c levels correlate with complications and prolonged healing.
A poster presented at SAWC Fall...
10/25/2022
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Mechanical NPWT Case Compendium Contest

Case Series
Mechanical Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: Real-World Effectiveness in Challenging Patient Presentations
12/30/2021
Laura Swoboda, DNP, APNP, FNP-C, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, WOCNF
The 3 complex patient cases in the present report describe the routine use of mNPWT between December 18, 2020, and June 7, 2021, at a community hospital-based outpatient wound center within an academic health system, including 2 dehisced...
The 3 complex patient cases in the present report describe the routine use of mNPWT between December 18, 2020, and June 7, 2021, at a community hospital-based outpatient wound center within an academic health system, including 2 dehisced...
The 3 complex patient cases in...
12/30/2021
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