Dressings and VAC Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of VAC
A
Increases local blood flow and granulation tissues
Stimulates angiogenesis
Removes excess interstitial fluid and toxins
Reduces bacterial load, incision tension, edema
Provides seal
2
Q
Contraindications to VAC
A
Exposed vessels, nerves and organs
Malignancy
Untreated OM
Unexplored fistula
Fresh anastomotic site
Necrotic/eschar tissue
3
Q
Complications of VAC
A
Edge erythema, maceration, ulceration
Mechanical malfunction
Retained sponge
Bleeding
Infection
