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VACUUM ASSISTED WOUND DRESSING

  • US 20110172615A2
  • Filed: 11/20/2008
  • Published: 07/14/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/21/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. Apparatus for the application of topical negative pressure therapy to a wound site, the apparatus comprising:

  • a wound contacting element for retaining wound exudate fluid therein;

    a wound covering element that provides a substantially airtight seal over the wound contacting element and wound site;

    a vacuum connection tube connecting a wound cavity to a vacuum source;

    a valve interposed between the wound contacting element and the vacuum connection tube, wherein the valve blocks liquid transport beyond itself;

    and a vacuum source connected to a distal end of the vacuum connection tube.

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