Evaluation of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy dressing in the management of mommy makeover surgery wounds.

BACKGROUND

This investigation explores the potential impact of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) dressing on mommy makeover surgical wounds. The focus is on optimizing the healing process and post-surgical care to mitigate complications like wound dehiscence, seroma, and hematoma.

PATIENTS AND METHODS

A prospective study spanned from October 2015 to April 2022, involving 40 patients undergoing mommy makeover surgery for aesthetic purposes. The randomized division resulted in two groups. Group one ( = 20) had donor sites covered with NPWT dressing, while group two ( = 20) received standard dressings lacking known healing-promoting agents. The assessment of complications served as an index of NPWT efficacy, and scars were evaluated using the Vancouver Scale.

RESULTS

Immediate post-surgical use of NPWT dressings significantly expedited wound healing compared to fine-mesh gauze dressings. Furthermore, it almost eradicated discomfort and pain in all patients, indicating excellent compliance. Patients tolerated NPWT well, with no instances of dressing failure or non-compliance.

CONCLUSION

This study underscores the utility of NPWT dressing in managing mommy makeover surgery wounds. The dressing's bio-occlusive properties create an optimal environment for wound healing, simultaneously minimizing pain, discomfort, and preventing key complications such as seroma and unfavorable scar appearance.