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Italian Journal of Pediatrics
Published in: Italian Journal of Pediatrics 1/2016

Open Access 01-12-2016 | Case report

Vacuum assisted closure for the treatment of complex wounds and enterocutaneous fistulas in full term and premature neonates: a case report

Authors: Filomena Valentina Paradiso, Lorenzo Nanni, Laura Merli, Erika Adalgisa De Marco, Vincenzo Davide Catania, Alessandra Taddei, Carlo Manzoni, Giorgio Conti

Published in: Italian Journal of Pediatrics | Issue 1/2016

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Abstract

Background

The Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) system has become an effective treatment for acute and chronic wound defects. Although its use has been reported in wound care of children and premature infants, the management of the device in this population has not been well established.

Case presentation

We report the satisfactory results in two neonates (one full-term and one preterm) with complex wounds secondary to major abdominal surgery. In the premature baby an enterocutaneous fistula was also present. Complete epithelialization of the wounds was achieved in both patients within a few weeks thus avoiding any further surgical procedure.

Case presentation

The use of VAC system in neonates is safe and effective in the management of complex wounds and should be considered as a first line treatment in the event of a major dehiscence.
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Metadata
Title
Vacuum assisted closure for the treatment of complex wounds and enterocutaneous fistulas in full term and premature neonates: a case report
Authors
Filomena Valentina Paradiso
Lorenzo Nanni
Laura Merli
Erika Adalgisa De Marco
Vincenzo Davide Catania
Alessandra Taddei
Carlo Manzoni
Giorgio Conti
Publication date
01-12-2016
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Italian Journal of Pediatrics / Issue 1/2016
Electronic ISSN: 1824-7288
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13052-016-0210-6

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