The Use of Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in the Temporary Treatment of Soft-Tissue Injuries Associated With High-Energy Open Tibial Shaft Fractures

Abstract

Infection and nonunion rates with the use of NPWT for temporary coverage of wounds associated with grade/type III open tibial shaft fractures are similar to those of historical controls, but this technique may be beneficial in decreasing the need for free tissue transfer or rotational muscle flap coverage.