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

Abstract

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 (n = 20) had donor sites covered with NPWT dressing, while group two (n = 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.