Use of Amnioderm in combination with negative pressure wound therapy in a patient with trauma of the lower limb – first experience
Authors:
J. Křečková; D. Šmíd
Authors‘ workplace:
Stodská nemocnice, a. s.
; Chirurgické oddělení
Published in:
Rozhl. Chir., 2025, roč. 104, č. 4, s. 160-164.
Category:
Case Report
doi:
https://doi.org/10.48095/ccrvch2025160
Overview
Introduction: Dislocation fractures of the distal lower leg require surgical treatment. If the quality of the soft tissues and skin does not allow primary suture of the wound, it presents a serious challenge for the surgeon. In our case, after reposition and fixation of the fractures, we were able to perform a fascia suture with a residual large skin and subcutaneous defect. We decided to use a combination of Amnioderm application and negative pressure therapy.
Methods: The authors describe the procedure for the treatment of an acute wound in a young, morbidly obese patient with an ankle injury following a traffic accident.
Discussion: Closure of the surgical wound in the field of swelling and hematoma is a frequent problem encountered in patients after ankle osteosynthesis. There are several possible approaches, one of which is the use of negative pressure therapy. Its effect can be enhanced by the application of Amnioderm.
Conclusion: Although this is the first use of the presented technique, based on our other general experience with Amnioderm and the frequent use of negative pressure wound therapy from other indications, we dare to say that it is a safe method that offers an effective solution to a complex, critical situation.
Keywords:
Amnioderm – negative pressure wound therapy – NPWT – traumatic wound – complicated healing
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