Specialist support
for complex wounds.
Negative pressure wound therapy is available for appropriate wounds following clinical assessment.
Wound VAC therapy available when appropriate
Jamaica Wound Care offers negative pressure wound therapy for wounds that may benefit from this treatment. It is often referred to as wound VAC therapy.
Negative pressure wound therapy uses a specially sealed dressing connected to a suction device. It removes excess wound fluid and helps create an environment that supports healing in selected wounds.
When it may be considered
Our team may consider this therapy for certain complex or deep wounds, postoperative wounds that have opened, traumatic wounds and selected chronic wounds. Suitability depends on the wound's condition, blood supply and the patient's overall health.
Assessment before treatment
Our clinicians assess the wound and decide whether negative pressure wound therapy is suitable. They also determine whether cleansing, debridement, infection treatment or vascular intervention is needed before or alongside therapy.
Care during treatment
The treatment plan includes dressing changes, monitoring of the wound and surrounding skin, and guidance on use of the device. Our certified wound care nurses work with the medical team to monitor progress and identify concerns requiring review.
Patients and caregivers receive instructions on device care and what to do if there is a leak, an alarm or an unexpected change in the wound.
Part of a wider treatment plan
Negative pressure wound therapy is one option within our wound care service. The team reviews its use as the wound changes and may transition to other dressings or treatments when appropriate.