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What is RENASYS™ TOUCH Negative Pressure Wound
Therapy (NPWT)?
The RENASYS TOUCH is a therapy system that is applied to your wound
and may help promote wound healing by removing fluid, including wound
exudates and infectious materials. This therapy for wound management is
widely used in both hospitals and at home.

How does it work?

The RENASYS TOUCH system consists of a device, a canister and a wound
dressing kit.
The dressing is applied to the wound bed and covered with a clear film. Once
sealed, it is attached to the device through tubing and a canister. The device
then draws fluid from the wound into the canister while the clear film helps to
prevent bacteria from entering the dressing.
The RENASYS TOUCH device is electrical and can be plugged into an
electrical outlet or can operate on its internal battery for 8 to 12 hours,
allowing greater mobility.
How many hours a day do you need to use the
therapy?
To receive the full benefit of the therapy, we recommend that the device
is turned On and delivering therapy at all times or as prescribed by your
healthcare provider.
How long will it take to improve your wound?
The length of time that the therapy takes to improve a wound is different
for every patient. It will depend on your general condition, the size and type
of wound that you have and your prescribed treatment. In many cases, an
improvement in the wound can be seen with the first dressing change, but
in some cases it may take several weeks. The therapy may be used to close
the wound completely or may be stopped before this and replaced with a
different type of dressing. If your wound shows no improvement, the therapy
may be stopped. Your healthcare provider will discuss when and why use of
this device will be stopped based on assessment of your wound.
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