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See Latest ArticlesVacuum-assisted closure in the treatment of early hip joint infections
International Journal of Medical Sciences , 09/14/09
Kelm J et al. – The authors recommend that the V.A.C.–therapy can be used in cases with prolonged draining sinus or early infections after total hip and excision arthroplasty. Intact soft–tissues are an indispensable premise for development and retention of the vacuum. The patients' comfort can be enhanced and the frequency of the bandages exchange reduced. However, its application in cases with high virulent organisms is arguable.
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