Alipainepotentiaalijärjestelmä

Alipainepotentiaalijärjestelmä, often referred to as a vacuum potential system or negative pressure system, is a type of medical treatment used to promote healing in wounds. It involves applying a controlled sub-atmospheric pressure to the wound bed. This is typically achieved by placing a special foam dressing within the wound and then covering it with an occlusive film. A vacuum pump is connected to the dressing, which continuously or intermittently removes fluid and air from the wound, creating negative pressure.

The benefits of alipainepotentiaalijärjestelmä include enhanced wound healing by drawing wound edges together, reducing swelling, and promoting the formation of granulation tissue. It also helps to manage exudate, keeping the wound clean and moist, which is conducive to healing. This system is commonly used for a variety of wounds, such as complex surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and traumatic wounds. The negative pressure is thought to stimulate cellular activity and increase blood flow to the wound area. Regular monitoring and dressing changes are part of the treatment protocol.