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Instructions for use
VivanoTec port systems may only be used by a
physician or in accordance with medical instructions.
The VivanoTec port systems are only intended for use
in conjunction with the VivanoTec negative pressure
therapy system by PAUL HARTMANN AG/ATMOS S042
NPWT.
Properties and mode of action
To apply a complete dressing at least the following
further components are required.
VivanoMed Foam
Hydrofilm film dressing
In conjunction with the VivanoTec negative pressure
therapy system, the VivanoMed Foam foam dressing
ensures reliable removal of wound exudate from the
wound, with the applied negative pressure being
evenly distributed on the wound base.
The Hydrofilm film dressing ensures a reliable airtight
seal of the wound and thereby, in conjunction with
the VivanoTec port system, ensures optimum use of
the negative pressure and transport of the exudate.
Indications
VivanoMed Foam is indicated in patients who can
benefit from the application of a controlled negative
pressure and the wound healing that it promotes. In
particular this includes patients for whom drainage
through negative pressure and the removal of
infectious material through continuous or intermittent
negative pressure may be of advantage.
Treatment with VivanoMed Foam in conjunction with
the VivanoTec negative pressure therapy system is
appropriate in the following types of wound: Chronic,
acute, traumatic, dehiscent wounds, ulcers (e.g.
pressure or diabetic ulcers) grafts and burns.
Application notes
Application of the dressing:
1.) Before applying the dressing for the first time, and
after each dressing change, the wound must be
thoroughly cleansed in accordance with the
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physician's instructions.
2.) Cut the VivanoMed Foam with sterile scissors so
that it fits the size and shape of the wound to be
treated. Then introduce the foam material into the
wound. When cutting the foam material to shape
make sure that no small pieces of foam fall into
the wound.
3.) Seal the wound with
the VivanoMed Foam
and then with the
Hydrofilm film
dressing. It must be
ensured that the film
dressing covers at
least 5 cm of intact
skin all around the wound. If necessary the film
dressing can be cut to shape.
Apply the film dressing in accordance with the
printed instructions (numbering) and mould it to
shape in order to achieve an airtight covering.
4.) Then select a point on
the film dressing
where the VivanoTec
Port is to be applied
and cut a hole
measuring approx.
2 – 4 cm in diameter
into the film. In doing
so make sure that the foam material is not
perforated.
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