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Recent experiences with closed wound suction in surgery of the head and neck.
Author(s) -
von Leden Hans
Publication year - 1962
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1288/00005537-196206000-00002
Subject(s) - suction , medicine , surgery , head and neck , revascularization , presentation (obstetrics) , head (geology) , wound healing , cardiology , engineering , mechanical engineering , geomorphology , myocardial infarction , geology
Continuous closed wound suction provides an effective method for the postoperative drainage of major surgical procedures about the head and neck. This technique encourages primary approximation and early revascularization of large skin flaps, and eliminates the need for bulky pressure dressings. A self‐contained portable kit for closed wound suction assures continuous even negative pressure, and permits early ambulation. A clinical review indicates a marked diminution in the incidence of wound infections and necrosis, and a corresponding decrease in the morbidity. (A motion picture accompanied this presentation.)