J Wound Manag Res.  2024 Oct;20(3):271-275. 10.22467/jwmr.2024.03027.

Combining Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Shoelace Technique for Effective Closure of Soft Tissue Defect: A Case Series

• Kim JM
• Cheon JS
• Choi WY
• Yang JY

• KMID: 2560428
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.22467/jwmr.2024.03027

Abstract

This study investigates a novel approach to wound management that combines negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) with the shoelace technique for closure of soft tissue defects. We retrospectively reviewed three cases treated between August 2022 and January 2023, where NPWT combined with the shoelace technique facilitated effective wound closure without general anesthesia. This approach shows significant potential in managing various wound etiologies, including pressure ulcers, postoperative dehiscence, and soft tissue defects resulting from hematomas. The outcomes demonstrated promising healing with minimal complications, suggesting a viable alternative for patients unable to undergo traditional surgical procedures. Despite the study’s limitations, such as a small sample size and subjective clinical judgments, the results advocate for further research and standardization of this technique.

Keyword

Wound healing; Negative-pressure wound therapy; Soft tissue injuries; Shoelace technique; Case reports