
An innovative method that has proven effective in treating bedsores is VAC (Vacuum-Assisted Closure) or negative pressure therapy. This method is based on the application of a vacuum pump connected to a special foam sponge, which is placed over the wound and sealed with a thin membrane. The vacuum pump removes fluids and infections from the wound, reduces swelling, improves blood flow and the growth of new tissue, and aids in wound closure.
Before placing the pump, it is necessary to check the wound for infection, which is done through wound culture, so that the patient receives the appropriate treatment. In case of bleeding or use of anticoagulant medications, necessary consultation with the attending physician is conducted.
The VAC method has many advantages compared to traditional methods of treating pressure ulcers. Some of these advantages include:
- Accelerates wound healing and reduces hospitalization time
- Reduces the need for surgical interventions and skin grafts
- Reduces the risk of infections and complications
- Improves the patient’s quality of life and psychological state
- It is painless and easy to apply and change
- Fewer dressing changes compared to other methods
The VAC method is applied in cases of chronic or acute pressure ulcers, as well as other types of difficult wounds, such as diabetic ulcers, radiation ulcers, necrotizing fasciitis ulcers, pyoderma ulcers, etc. The VAC method can be performed in a hospital setting, but also at the patient’s home, with appropriate support, only by specialized personnel.
Our company provides the necessary equipment and specialized personnel, who have received special training, for the application and monitoring of the VAC method, in collaboration with the patient’s physician. Our company guarantees the safety, reliability, and quality of the VAC method treatment.
For more information and to schedule an appointment, contact us at 210 57 100 88 for Athens and at 2310 262 888 for Thessaloniki.