ABThera™ Open Abdomen Negative Pressure Therapy System
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A temporary abdominal closure system that enables healthcare professionals to take control early in the management of challenging open abdomens, helping to achieve primary fascial closure.
System Benefits
- Actively removes fluid and helps reduce edema
- Provides medial tension which helps minimize fascial retraction and loss of domain1
- Helps isolate viscera and abdominal contents from external environment
- Provides separation between the abdominal wall and viscera, protecting abdominal contents
- Removes fluid and infectious materials from the abdomen
- Allows rapid access for re-entry and does not require sutures for placement.
| Quantity | Part Number | |
|---|---|---|
| ABThera™ Negative Pressure Therapy Unit | 1 | 370500 |
| ABThera™ Dressing (includes Visceral Protective Layer, Perforated Foam, Drape, and Tubing Set) | 5 per case | 370605 |
| ABThera™ Canister | 20 per case | 370620 |
1 Miller PR, Meredith JW, Johnson JC, Chang MC. Prospective evaluation of vacuum-assisted fascial closure after open abdomen: planned ventral hernia rate is substantially reduced. Annals of Surgery.
2004 May; 239(5): 608-614. Study conducted using V.A.C.® Therapy System with V.A.C.® GranuFoam™ dressings.