Introduction to NPWT

Introduction to negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT)

Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England *

The clinical use of NPWT is driven by a continuous publication of new studies that demonstrate the safety and efficacy in a wide range of indications – be they chronic wounds, trauma, acute surgical or closed surgical incision.  This module gives an introduction to NPWT.  

This online module is part of the Essentials of Wound Care series

*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of our centre accreditation. You will receive a CPD/CME Certificate of completion on full completion of the module.

Learning Objectives

• Outline the concept of NPWT.
• Recall the history and evolution of negative pressure.
• Describe the mechanism of action of NPWT.
• Identify appropriate indications and contraindications for the use of NPWT.
• Discuss the therapeutic benefits of NPWT in chronic wounds and acute / surgical wounds/incisions.