Vacuum bandage cuts groin wound woes in High-Risk surgery patients

NCT ID NCT02581904

First seen Feb 25, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tested a special vacuum dressing called Prevena on groin wounds after vascular surgery. The goal was to see if it could prevent wound complications like infection, reopening, or fluid buildup in high-risk patients. 140 adults having femoral incisions for vascular repair took part. The dressing was applied during surgery and compared to standard care.

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Locations

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107, United States

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