What is a prevena dressing?

Prevena (Kinetic Concepts Inc. an Acelity Company) is a wound management system that is placed over a closed surgical incision. The device applies continuous negative pressure.

What is the purpose of VAC dressing?

It can gently pull fluid from the wound over time. This can reduce swelling, and may help clean the wound and remove bacteria. A wound VAC also helps pull the edges of the wound together. And it may stimulate the growth of new tissue that helps the wound close.

Is KCI now 3M?

KCI is now part of 3M. Bringing together comprehensive solutions to advance wound care and improve patient lives worldwide.

How long does a VAC dressing stay on?

For those who are wondering how long a wound vac needs to stay on, most healthcare professionals recommend changing the dressing every 48 to 72 hours or at least three times a week. If the wound is infected, it may require the dressing to be changed more often.

Where can I get KCI dressings for home?

To order any of the products listed below, please contact your KCI representative or call your local KCI Office. Click here to view our locations. Specific indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions and safety information exist for KCI products and therapies.

What kind of wound care does KCI offer?

Clinician Resources KCI offers a wide range of wound healing solutions such as V.A.C.® Therapy and advanced wound dressings. KCI is a trusted partner offering clinically proven, economically beneficial wound healing therapies designed to deliver positive outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals.

How to apply the v.a.c.dressing system?

Watch the V.A.C.® Dressing – Basic Application – Applying the V.A.C.® Therapy System Dressing Application Video for tips on how to apply the V.A.C.® Dressing. For questions about V.A.C.® Therapy in the U.S. please contact your local Acelity representative or call 1-800-275-4524.

Which is the best v.a.c.therapy dressing?

Healthcare providers should review the product User Manual, Safety Information and/or Instructions for Use prior to application. The only silver dressing specifically engineered for the V.A.C.® Therapy Systems, the V.A.C.® GRANUFOAM SILVER™ Dressing combines the benefits of V.A.C.® GRANUFOAM™ Dressings technology and micro-bonded metallic silver.

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