What is a DermaClose device?

Learn more DermaClose is the only controlled force, automatic (self-tightening) continuous. external tissue expander that safely and. effectively facilitates rapid tissue movement. to reduce or re-approximate wounds.

What is a external tissue expander?

Results: The external tissue expander developed by Blomqvist and Steenfos is an efficient, time-effective, easy-to-handle device that can be inserted under local anesthesia, providing a good functional and satisfactory cosmetic outcome.

Can a wound heal without a skin graft?

A partial-thickness burn or wound may heal without a graft or flap but a full-thickness burn or wound will most likely form thick scar tissue that contracts. When scar tissue contracts, it can prevent normal movement around the area and may also be unsightly.

What happens if you don’t get a skin graft?

The skin graft covers the wound and attaches itself to the cells beneath and begins to grow in its new location. If a skin graft wasn’t performed, the area would be an open wound and take much longer to heal.

Is there a forum for the dermaclose device?

To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below.. Anyone has a doc using this device for closure of wounds? Dr says use 11960 for tissue expander other than for breast as this device is for expansion of skin for closure.

How does the dermaclose wound closure device work?

This device automatically expands skin adjacent to a full-thickness wound facilitating delayed primary closure or significant reduction in wound size. The DermaClose® RC Continuous External Tissue Expander is indicated for use in reducing or assisting with the closure of full-thickness wounds of the skin. Single kit or 3-pack of kits.

When to use dermaclose continuous external tissue expander?

The DermaClose Continuous External Tissue Expander is indicated for use in reducing or assisting with the closure of full-thickness wounds of the skin. The DermaClose Continuous External Tissue Expander should not be used on ischemic or infected tissue. It should not be used on fragile tissue at the edges of a wound.

When to use dermaclose instead of a skin graft?

DermaClose gives plastic surgeons a tool to use their creativity when treating their challenging wounds. Many plastic surgeons have told us they use DermaClose as a creative tool. Applications include: while avoiding skin grafts. Applications include: of clinical success. Foot and ankle surgeons and podiatrists use it for: Reduces time to closure.