WO2013175309A1 - Devices and methods for treating and closing wounds with negative pressure - Google Patents
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- Embodiments described herein relate to devices and methods that can be used to treat a wound with negative pressure. Particular embodiments can also be useful to aid in wound closure, for example in abdominal wounds.
- the embodiments described herein can be used to assist in the treatment of wounds with negative pressure.
- the embodiments can be particularly useful in treating large wounds, such as abdominal wounds, where closure and approximation of the wound edges is challenging.
- By limiting the amount of vertical pressure applied to the wound filler by enhancing the horizontal collapse of the wound filler, and by enhancing attachment of the wound filler to the wound margins, together with additional details described herein, improved wound closure can be obtained.
- a wound filler for use in treating a wound with negative pressure comprises:
- the vertically extending members configured to extend vertically when the wound filler is positioned within a wound bed, the vertically extending members being made of a more rigid material than the porous wound filling material;
- the wound filler upon application of negative pressure to the wound filler, the wound filler is configured to contract horizontally with the vertically extending members reducing vertical movement of the wound filler.
- the vertically extending members can be struts, slabs, columns or tiles.
- the vertically extending members of any of the aforementioned wound filler embodiments are elongate members configured to extend lengthwise across a wound bed and are aligned parallel to one another.
- the porous wound filling material of any of the aforementioned wound filler embodiments can surround the vertically extending members.
- the porous wound filling material of any of the aforementioned wound filler embodiments can extend between the vertically extending members.
- the porous wound filling material of any of the aforementioned wound filler embodiments can comprise a plurality of slits or areas in which denser or more rigid struts or slabs are inserted.
- the wound fillers of any of the aforementioned embodiments can include flexible material positioned between the vertically extending members to allow compression of the vertically extending members towards each other in a horizontal plane when the wound filler is positioned within a wound bed and is placed under negative pressure.
- the vertically extending members of any of the aforementioned wound filler embodiments can be adhered to the porous wound filling material.
- one or more draw strings or cords can extend through the wound filler such that pulling of the draw strings causes contraction of the wound filler in a horizontal plane.
- a negative pressure wound therapy system comprises a wound filler such as those described herein and a wound cover configured to be placed over the wound filler.
- the negative pressure wound therapy system described above further includes a connection for connecting the wound cover to a source of negative pressure.
- the aforementioned negative pressure wound therapy system further comprises a negative pressure source configured to be connected to the wound cover to provide negative pressure to the wound filler when placed within the wound bed.
- a method of treating a wound comprises:
- Fig. 1 illustrates one embodiment of a negative pressure wound therapy system
- Fig. 2A is a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of a wound filler taken through a horizontal plane.
- Fig. 2B is a cross-sectional view of a wound with a wound filler positioned therein.
- Fig. 2C is a cross-sectional view of another type of wound with a wound filler positioned therein.
- Fig. 2D is a cross-sectional view of another type of wound with a wound filler positioned therein.
- Fig. 2E is a cross-sectional view of a wound with another embodiment of a wound filler positioned therein.
- Figs. 3A-C illustrate embodiments of wound fillers comprising one or more draw strings.
- FIGs. 4A-B illustrate embodiments of a wound filler containing rigid columns or tiles.
- FIGs. Al-Al l and A13-A19 illustrate further embodiments of the present application.
- Embodiments disclosed herein relate to apparatuses and methods of treating a wound with reduced pressure, including pump and wound dressing components and apparatuses.
- the embodiments including the wound fillers described herein may be used in combination with a negative pressure system comprising a drape or wound cover placed over the filler.
- a vacuum source such as a pump, may be connected to the cover, for example, through one or more tubes connected to an aperture or port made in or under the cover.
- the apparatuses and components comprising the wound overlay and packing materials, if any, are sometimes collectively referred to herein as dressings.
- wound is to be broadly construed and encompasses open and closed wounds in which skin is torn, cut or punctured, or where trauma causes a contusion, or any other superficial or other conditions or imperfections on the skin of a patient or otherwise that benefit from reduced pressure treatment.
- a wound is thus broadly defined as any damaged region of tissue where fluid may or may not be produced.
- wounds include, but are not limited to, acute wounds, chronic wounds, surgical incisions and other incisions, subacute and dehisced wounds, traumatic wounds, flaps and skin grafts, lacerations, abrasions, contusions, burns, diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, stoma, surgical wounds, trauma and venous ulcers or the like.
- the components of the negative pressure treatment system described herein can be particularly suited for incisional wounds that exude a small amount of wound exudate.
- reduced or negative pressure levels represent pressure levels that are below standard atmospheric pressure, which corresponds to 760 mmHg (or 1 atm, 29.93 inHg, 101.325 kPa, 14.696 psi, etc.).
- a negative pressure value of -X mmHg reflects absolute pressure that is X mmHg below 760 mmHg or, in other words, an absolute pressure of (760-X) mmHg.
- negative pressure that is "less” or "smaller” than X mmHg corresponds to pressure that is closer to atmospheric pressure (e.g., -40 mmHg is less than -60 mmHg).
- Negative pressure that is "more” or "greater” than -X mmHg corresponds to pressure that is further from atmospheric pressure (e.g., -80 mmHg is more than -60 mmHg).
- the negative pressure range for some embodiments of the present disclosure can be approximately -80 mmHg, or between about -20 mmHg and -200 mmHg. Note that these pressures are relative to normal ambient atmospheric pressure. Thus, -200 mmHg would be about 560 mmHg in practical terms. In some embodiments, the pressure range can be between about -40 mmHg and -150 mmHg. Alternatively a pressure range of up to -75 mmHg, up to -80 mmHg or over -80 mmHg can be used. Also in other embodiments a pressure range of below -75 mmHg can be used. Alternatively, a pressure range of over approximately -100 mmHg, or even 150 mmHg, can be supplied by the negative pressure apparatus.
- the term “horizontal,” when referring to a wound, indicates a direction or plane generally parallel to the skin surrounding the wound.
- the term “lateral,” when referring to a wound, generally refers to a direction in the horizontal plane perpendicular to the longitudinal direction.
- the terms “horizontal,” “vertical,” “longitudinal,” and “lateral” can also be used to describe the wound fillers or other devices described throughout this specification. When describing these wound fillers or devices, these terms should not be construed to require that the structures or devices necessarily be placed into a wound in a certain orientation, though in certain embodiments, it may be preferable to do so.
- fill material comprises, in a non-limiting manner: porous wound filler materials and flexible materials.
- compressible materials are included within the scope of flexible materials.
- a wound site 110 illustrated here as an abdominal wound site
- a wound site 110 may benefit from treatment with negative pressure.
- Such abdominal wound sites may be a result of, for example, an accident or due to surgical intervention.
- medical conditions such as abdominal compartment syndrome, abdominal hypertension, sepsis, or fluid edema may require decompression of the abdomen with a surgical incision through the abdominal wall to expose the peritoneal space, after which the opening may need to be maintained in an open, accessible state until the condition resolves.
- Other conditions may also necessitate that an opening— particularly in the abdominal cavity— remain open, for example if multiple surgical procedures are required (possibly incidental to trauma), or there is evidence of clinical conditions such as peritonitis or necrotizing fasciitis.
- wounds that have exhibited positive response to treatment by the application of negative pressure include infected open wounds, decubitus ulcers, dehisced incisions, partial thickness burns, and various lesions to which flaps or grafts have been attached. Consequently, the application of negative pressure to a wound site 110 can be beneficial to a patient.
- a wound contact layer 105 to be placed over the wound site 110.
- the wound contact layer 105 can be a thin, flexible material which will not adhere to the wound site or the exposed viscera in close proximity.
- polymers such as polyurethane, polyethylene, polytetrafluoro ethylene, or blends thereof may be used.
- the wound contact layer is permeable.
- the wound contact layer 105 can be provided with openings, such as holes, slits, or channels, to allow the removal of fluids from the wound site 110 or the transmittal of negative pressure to the wound site 110.
- Certain embodiments of the negative pressure treatment system 101 may also use a porous wound filler 103, which can be disposed over the wound contact layer 105.
- This pad 103 can be constructed from a porous material, for example foam, that is soft, resiliently flexible, and generally conformable to the wound site 110.
- a foam can include an open-celled and reticulated foam made, for example, of a polymer.
- Suitable foams include foams composed of, for example, polyurethane, silicone, and polyvinyl alcohol.
- this pad 103 can channel wound exudate and other fluids through itself when negative pressure is applied to the wound.
- Some pads 103 may include preformed channels or openings for such purposes.
- the pad 103 may have a thickness between about one inch and about two inches.
- the pad may also have a length of between about 16 and 17 inches, and a width of between about 11 and 12 inches.
- the thickness, width, and/or length can have other suitable values.
- Other embodiments of wound fillers that may be used in place of or in addition to the pad 103 are discussed in further detail below.
- a drape 107 is used to seal the wound site 110.
- the drape 107 can be at least partially liquid impermeable, such that at least a partial negative pressure may be maintained at the wound site.
- Suitable materials for the drape 107 include, without limitation, synthetic polymeric materials that do not significantly absorb aqueous fluids, including polyolefins such as polyethylene and polypropylene, polyurethanes, polysiloxanes, polyamides, polyesters, and other copolymers and mixtures thereof.
- the materials used in the drape may be hydrophobic or hydrophilic. Examples of suitable materials include Transeal® available from DeRoyal and OpSite® available from Smith & Nephew.
- the drapes in certain embodiments are at least partly breathable, such that water vapor is able to pass through without remaining trapped under the dressing.
- An adhesive layer may be provided on at least a portion the underside of the drape 107 to secure the drape to the skin of the patient, although certain embodiments may instead use a separate adhesive or adhesive strip.
- a release layer may be disposed over the adhesive layer to protect it prior to use and to facilitate handling the drape 107; in some embodiments, the release layer may be composed of multiple sections.
- the negative pressure system 101 can be connected to a source of negative pressure, for example a pump 114.
- a source of negative pressure for example a pump 114.
- a suitable pump is the Renasys EZ pump available from Smith & Nephew.
- the drape 107 may be connected to the source of negative pressure 114 via a conduit 112.
- the conduit 112 may be connected to a port 113 situated over an aperture 109 in the drape 107, or else the conduit 112 may be connected directly through the aperture 109 without the use of a port.
- the conduit may pass underneath the drape and extend from a side of the drape.
- U. S. Patent No. 7,524,315 discloses other similar aspects of negative pressure systems and is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety and should be considered a part of this specification.
- a container or other storage unit 115 may be interposed between the source of negative pressure 114 and the conduit 112 so as to permit wound exudate and other fluids removed from the wound site to be stored without entering the source of negative pressure.
- Certain types of negative pressure sources for example, peristaltic pumps— may also permit a container 115 to be placed after the pump 114.
- Some embodiments may also use a filter to prevent fluids, aerosols, and other microbial contaminants from leaving the container 115 and/or entering the source of negative pressure 114.
- FIG. 1 may also include a shut-off valve or occluding hydrophobic and/or oleophobic filter in the container to prevent overflow; other embodiments may include sensing means, such as capacitive sensors or other fluid level detectors that act to stop or shut off the source of negative pressure should the level of fluid in the container be nearing capacity.
- sensing means such as capacitive sensors or other fluid level detectors that act to stop or shut off the source of negative pressure should the level of fluid in the container be nearing capacity.
- At the pump exhaust it may also be preferable to provide an odor filter, such as an activated charcoal canister.
- Figures 2A-2E illustrate embodiments of a wound filler 200 that may be used in the system described above comprising fill material 202 and extending members 204.
- the fill material is a porous wound filler material such as described above.
- the fill material 202 is flexible.
- the wound filler 200 may include a plurality of extending members 204 contained within an oval-shaped fill material 202.
- the fill material 202 can have other shapes, such as rectangular or square, and that the shape shown in Figure 2A may simply result from the filler being cut by a health practitioner to an appropriate size.
- the wound filler as shown in Figure 2A is shown with an outer dimension sized to fit within an oval-shaped wound when the wound is viewed from above.
- the extending members 204 are denser than the fill material 202. In some embodiments, the extending members 204 are between 1 to 2 times, between 2 to 4 times, between 4 to 6 times, between 6 to 8 times, or 8 times or more dense than the fill material. In certain embodiments, the extending members 204 are more rigid than the fill material 202. In some embodiments, the extending members are between 1 to 2 times, between 2 to 4 times, between 4 to 6 times, between 6 to 8 times, or 8 times or more rigid than the porous wound filling material.
- the extending members 204 are elongate members that extend vertically when the wound filler 200 is positioned within a wound bed.
- the extending members 204 are elongate members that may also extend horizontally across a portion or the entire longitudinal length of the wound filler when the wound filler 200 is positioned within a wound bed.
- the extending members 204 are sheets that may have parallel faces, while in other embodiments, the extending members 204 may comprise struts, slabs, columns, or tiles. In other embodiments, the extending members 204 extend at an angle from the horizontal or vertical plane of the wound.
- the extending members 204 may be parallel or substantially parallel to one another, and may be spaced apart 204 either equally or unequally.
- each of the extending members may have the same thicknesses, or alternatively, they may have different thicknesses.
- the extending members In vertical cross-section as shown in Figures 2B-2E, the extending members may have the same vertical height or length, or may have different vertical heights or lengths.
- the dimensions of the wound filler, and particularly the horizontal length and the vertical height of the extending members as well as the number of extending members, may depend on the size to which the filler material is cut by the health practitioner.
- the extending members may have a rectangular cross-section in both horizontal and vertical cross-section, where the horizontal length is greater than the thickness, and the vertical height is greater than the thickness.
- the extending members may comprise sheets.
- the wound filler is configured to be placed in a wound such that the horizontal length of the extending members is parallel or generally parallel to the longitudinal length of the wound, and the thickness dimension of the extending members extend in the lateral direction.
- the fill material 202 contains slits or areas for the insertion of extending members 204.
- the extending members 204 can be inserted after the wound filler 200 has been placed in the wound.
- the extending members 204 are placed within the wound filler prior to insertion into the wound.
- the slits or areas for insertion can be made after the wound filler 200 has been placed in the wound. In certain embodiments, the slits or areas for insertion are made before the wound filler is placed in the wound.
- the slits may be open to a top surface and/or a bottom surface of the fill material to allow the extending members to be vertically inserted.
- the horizontal length of the extending members may be shorter than a horizontal dimension of the fill material 202, such that the extending members 204 are fully surrounded by the fill material 202 in a horizontal plane.
- the extending members may be attached to the fill material, such as with adhesive, barbs, VelcroTM or other attachment mechanisms.
- the extending members may simply be inserted into the slits or areas for insertion of the fill material and be connected by friction, an interference fit, a slight expansion of the extending members, or other mechanical forces.
- the extending members can be vertical when positioned within a wound.
- Figure 2B illustrates a side or vertical cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wound filler 200 positioned within a wound 206, with vertical extending members 204 and fill material 202.
- the extending members may be similar to those shown in Figure 2A, or they may consist of alternate slabs of material that may be parallel or substantially parallel to one another.
- the extending members and fill material can comprise multiple layers, sheets or slabs alternatingly stacked and adhered together to form a hybrid laminate.
- a layer of more flexible or compressible wound filler may alternatingly be stacked with layers of more rigid wound filler.
- further layers of porous material such as foam may be placed above and below the wound filler 200, or the entire wound filler may be surrounded by a porous material such as foam.
- the wound filler 200 upon application of negative pressure to the wound filler 200, for example, using the system previously described with respect to Figure 1, the wound filler 200 is configured to contract horizontally 208 with the vertical extending members 204 reducing vertical movement of the wound filler 200.
- the fill material 202 extends between the plurality of vertically extending members 204 and the fill material and the vertically extending members may be adhered together. As shown in Figure 2B, as negative pressure is applied to close the wound 206, the fill material 202 between the vertically extending members 204 may desirably compress so that the vertically extending members come closer together as the wound closes.
- Figure 2C illustrates a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wound filler 200 in a shallow wound 206, comprising a fill material 202 with spaced apart areas in which a plurality of extending members 204 are located.
- the wound filler is configured to compress horizontally 208, but vertical compression is limited.
- Figure 2D illustrates another cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wound filler 200 for use in a wound 206, similar to the embodiments described in Figures 2A-2C, comprising denser material 204 alternating with less dense material 202 similar to the embodiments described above.
- the wound filler 200 may have or be cut to a shape where the upper and lower surfaces of the wound filler are parallel or substantially parallel.
- the extending members of denser material 204 may have the same vertical height.
- Figure 2E illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler similar to those described in Figure 2A-2D, where the wound filler can be placed in an abdominal wound 210 surrounded by abdominal tissue 212.
- the wound filler 200 comprises fill material 202 and extending members 204 similar to the embodiments described above.
- the wound filler 200 when negative pressure is applied, the wound filler 200 is configured to contract in the horizontal plane while remaining rigid in the vertical plane.
- the wound filler can be cut to an appropriate shape and size to fit within the wound.
- the wound filler can be trimmed to shape in any manner, for example by trimming around the circumference of an oval wound filler or by trimming the horizontal edges of a square or rectangular wound filler.
- the extending members can be aligned such that, when placed in a wound cavity, they are perpendicular and extend in a vertical direction from the wound bed.
- application of a vacuum can then cause the fill material to contract substantially only in the horizontal plane, as the extending members reduce movement in the vertical direction (and may also resist horizontal movement).
- the compression of the filler can aid in closing the wound cavity in the horizontal plane.
- the thickness of the extending members can range from 1 to 10 mm (or about 1 to about 10 mm), for example about 1mm to about 2mm, about 2mm to about 3mm, about 3mm to about 4mm, about 4mm to about 5mm, about 5mm to about 6mm, about 6mm to about 7mm, about 7mm to about 8mm, about 8mm to about 9mm, about 9mm to about 10mm, and greater than 10mm (or greater than about 10mm).
- the width of the fill material can range from 1 to 20 mm (or about 1 to about 20 mm), for example about 1mm to about 5mm, about 5mm to about 10mm, about 10mm to about 15mm, about 15mm to about 20mm, and greater than 20mm (or greater than about 20mm).
- the fill material may be adhered to the extending members.
- the fill material is adhered to the extending members by an adhesive.
- the fill material is adhered to the extending members via VelcroTM tape.
- the extending members can be made from rigid plastics such as polystyrene, polycarbonate, poly(meth)acrylates, semirigid materials such as silicone, or from rigid foams or felted flexible foams.
- felted flexible foams can be made by subjecting flexible foams, e.g. those used as the porous compressible filler, to heat and pressure to produce a dense, semi-rigid foam that is still porous. Such a configuration can also enhance horizontal movement so as to permit greater wound closure.
- a wound filler comprising a minimally-compressible central core surrounded by a compressible outer layer.
- a minimally-compressible central core surrounded by a compressible outer layer.
- the central core comprises one or more of a rigid foam, closed cell foam, and silicone elastomers or rigid flexible foam.
- Further embodiments may also comprise alternating concentric rings of more rigid (or more dense) material and less rigid (or less dense) material.
- an embodiment may be configured in the opposite manner as the embodiment described in the paragraph above, with a minimally- compressible outer layer surrounding a compressible core.
- the minimally-compressible outer layer can be configured to resist vertical compression, while the compression of the central core can aid in wound closure.
- this embodiment can be arranged in a concentric circle or oval configuration, or a linear configuration.
- Figure 3A illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler 300 comprising fill material 302 and one or more draw strings or cords 304.
- the one or more draw strings or cords can extend through the fill material, preferably with free ends extending from the top side of the wound filler (i.e., the side of the filler that will face outward when the wound filler is inserted into a wound).
- the draw strings (which may extend out or under a wound cover) can be tightened, for example by pulling in a vertical direction 306, thereby causing the wound filler to contract substantially only in a horizontal plane.
- Figure 3B illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler 310 comprising fill material 302 and extending members 308 such as described in any of the embodiments above, and one or more draw strings or cords 304.
- the one or more draw strings or cords extend through the wound filler 310, preferably with free ends extending from the top side of the wound filler.
- the fill material 302 and the extending members 308 can be alternating.
- the extending members 308 can be dense, more rigid, or more dense and rigid than the fill material.
- the one or more draw strings can extend through the wound filler, preferably with free ends extending from the top side of the wound filler (i.e., the side of the filler that will face outward when the wound filler is inserted into a wound).
- the draw strings or cords 304 form loops between adjacent or spaced apart extending members 308, pulling of the draw strings can cause the extending members to compress the fill material therebetween and draw the extending members closer together.
- the draw strings can be attached or secured at desired locations to the extending members 308 to facilitate the ability to draw the extending members closer together.
- the draw strings or cords can be tightened, for example by pulling in a vertical direction 306, thereby causing the wound filler to contract substantially only in a horizontal plane.
- Figure 3C illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler 320 similar to the embodiment described in Figure 3B, comprising fill material 302, extending members 308, and multiple draw strings 324 configured to cause the wound filler 320 to contract in a horizontal direction.
- draw strings 324 may be secured to outer extending members 308, and may extend vertically through adjacent extending members out of the wound filler.
- the draw strings or cords 324 can be tightened, for example by pulling in a vertical direction 306, thereby causing the wound filler to contract substantially only in a horizontal plane.
- the wound filler contains more than 2, more than 4, more than 6, or more than 8 draw strings or cords.
- Figures 4A-B illustrate different views of embodiments of a wound filler 400 similar to the embodiments described in Figures 1A-G.
- Figure 4A depicts a horizontal cross-sectional view of a wound filler 400 comprising fill material 402 and extending members 404 extending in a vertical plane or direction.
- the extending members can be rigid columns or tiles.
- the wound filler will preferentially collapse horizontally when negative pressure is applied, while the rigid columns or tiles 404 substantially prevent the wound filler from collapsing vertically, thus assisting in wound closure.
- the wound filler 400 can be cut to the size of the wound, as the columns or tiles 404 are preferably dispersed throughout the wound filler.
- the fill material 402 comprises foam.
- Figure 4B illustrates a vertical cross section of an embodiment of the wound filler described in Figure 4A.
- the rigid columns can comprise rigid plastic such as polystyrene, polycarbonate or a semi-rigid material such as a silicone.
- the rigid columns can comprise a rigid or felted foam.
- the columns may have a circular cross-section, and may have diameters for example from 5 mm to 10 mm (or about 5 mm to about 10 mm) with a spacing of 5 mm to 10 mm (or about 5 mm to about 10 mm) around them.
- the diameter of the column can be about 1mm, about 2mm, about 3mm, about 4mm, about 5mm, about 6mm, about 7mm, about 8mm, about 9mm, about 10mm, or greater than 10mm (or greater than about 10mm).
- the spacing between the columns can range from about 1mm to 5mm, about 5mm to 10mm, about 10mm to 15mm, about 15mm to 20mm, or greater than 20mm (or greater than about 20mm).
- a wound filler may comprise one or more conduits that extend to the wound-facing perimeter and are configured to communicate negative pressure.
- the one or more conduits can apply negative pressure to the wound, thereby contacting one or more areas on the inside perimeter of the wound.
- the wound filler can comprise fill material and extending members as described hereinbefore.
- the wound filler is preferably configured to contain one or more laces or filaments with free ends extending in a vertical direction away from the wound.
- the one or more laces or filaments can be pulled so as to collapse the wound filler inward, thereby aiding in the closure of the wound.
- the laces or filaments are attached to the extending members and may comprise any of the draw string embodiments previously described herein.
- any of the aforementioned wound fillers can comprise a dissolvable foam.
- the wound filler can comprise an area of dissolvable foam surrounding or surrounded by one or more regions of foam that do not dissolve under ordinary physiological conditions.
- the dissolvable foam region can be central and surrounded by one or more strips of non- dissolvable foam.
- the dissolvable foam can also be in a ring configuration and surrounded at least on a horizontal plane by non-dissolvable foam (or vice-versa).
- the dissolvable portions of foam when implanted into a wound, can at least partly dissolve, for example upon contact with wound exudate, thereby providing additional space for the non-dissolvable foam to collapse toward. In preferable embodiments, this collapse can be used to promote horizontal closure of the wound.
- the dissolvable foam can comprise polyvinyl alcohol foam (PVA).
- the dissolvable foam can be replaced by a resorbable filler, for example a resorbable tissue filler scaffold.
- this tissue filler can be constructed from biodegradable polymers such as polylactic acid, polyglycolic acid, or any combination of the two polymers.
- the resorbable scaffold can be configured to deliver beneficial molecules.
- the scaffold is configured to deliver growth factors.
- the scaffold is configured to deliver antimicrobial molecules.
- such a scaffold can be seeded with beneficial cells, such as fibroblasts or stem cells.
- such a scaffold can be seeded with keratinocytes.
- any of the aforementioned wound fillers can be constructed from a three-dimensional material comprising stiffer vertical components and compressible components extending in a lateral direction, such as 3D fabrics and fibers.
- the material can present itself as a three-dimensional non-woven material.
- such a wound filler material can preferentially collapse or more readily collapse in a horizontal direction while resisting collapse in a vertical direction.
- any of the aforementioned wound filler materials can comprise a foam material with different-sized bubbles.
- the bubble sizes can be tailored to control the contraction of the wound filler.
- bubbles can be arranged in a gradient, such as a lengthwise or circular gradient, to control collapsibility of the wound filler.
- this arrangement of bubbled can be manufactured using a dual dispense injection process, wherein a first material having a first density (e.g., a first pore/bubble/void size) and a second material having a second density (e.g., a second pore/bubble/ void size) are injected into a mold or a plurality of molds.
- the second material can be the same material as the first material, but have a different pore size or different size voids or bubbles therein.
- foams of different pore, bubble, or void sizes or density can be coupled together.
- Some embodiments can comprise foam with varying compressibility obtained by changing the chemistry or makeup of the material used to make the foam as foam is being produced.
- longer soft (more compressible) polymer blocks or plasticizers can be used to make all or a portion of the foam more compressible.
- soft (more compressible) blocks or soft (more compressible) portions of the filler can be made from polypropylene glycol or polytetramethylene glycol, or other similar materials.
- the filler can have soft (more compressible) blocks or soft (more compressible) portions made from any suitable sufficiently high molecular weight material.
- the makeup of the material passing through the injectors or dispensers used to inject or dispense the foam material can be altered such that the density or stiffness of the foam changes along the length of the foam.
- the foam can be manufactured such that softer, more compressible portions are sandwiched or positioned between stiffer, less compressible portions of the same length of foam. Thereby, the foam having varying compressibility can be produced integrally.
- softer more compressible foam portions can be injected into, or otherwise inserted into voids or bubbles within a less compressible foam material, or vice versa, or can be formed (i.e., injected) or positioned between portions of less compressible foam material.
- the additional material if formed in separate foam blocks or layers, can be laminated or otherwise coupled with the other material or materials with which it is to be used.
- a method of treating a wound can include positioning any one of the aforementioned wound fillers into a wound bed and covering the wound filler with a wound cover. Applying negative pressure to such an embodiment can cause the wound filler to contract horizontally with the vertically extending members reducing vertical movement of the wound filler.
- FIGS. A1A-C illustrate embodiments of a porous wound filling material with slits or areas in which a denser porous wound filling material has been inserted, similar to the embodiments disclosed in Figures 2A-E.
- the embodiment is configured to be inserted into a wound.
- the porous wound filling material is foam, for example an open-cell foam.
- the aforementioned embodiments can also enhance horizontal movement so as to permit greater wound closure.
- Figure AIB illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler material that can be cut to shape and can consist of alternate slabs of flexible or compressible wound filler (e.g., foam) together with more rigid wound filler.
- Figure A2 illustrates a wound filler comprising a minimally- compressible central core surrounded by a compressible outer layer. Such a configuration can reduce vertical movement and permit the wound edge to move inward in a direction toward the central core, thereby aiding in closing the wound. Further, the amount of closure can be controlled by varying the size of the central core.
- the central core comprises one or more of a rigid foam, closed cell foam, and silicone elastomers.
- Figure A3 illustrates an embodiment that is configured in the opposite manner as Figire A2 above, with a minimally-compressible outer layer surrounding a compressible core.
- the minimally-compressible outer layer can be configured to resist vertical compression, while the compression of the central core can aid in wound closure.
- Figure A3 can be arranged in a concentric circle or oval configuration, or a linear configuration.
- the treatment device comprises a wound filler (e.g., foam) with telescopic tubes.
- the wound filler can be placed into a wound cavity with telescopic tubes positioned across the major axis of the wound and on top of the filler and periwound area.
- the tubes can be integrated through the wound filler.
- a drape can then be placed over the treatment device, and the entire assembly fluidically attached to a source of negative pressure.
- wound filling material such as foam is placed into a wound cavity.
- One or more stiffeners can then be placed over the wound, wound filler, and periwound area.
- the one or more stiffeners can be constructed from a rigid or semi-rigid material (such as a closed-cell foam) that resists compression.
- Application of vacuum causes the foam to collapse in the horizontal plane, while the one or more stiffeners reduce vertical compression of the foam
- Figure A6 illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler with a minimally- adherent wound contact layer on its base and configured to be placed in contact with the wound bed.
- the wound contact layer can comprise silicone, or a foam with a thicker skin on one side. When vacuum is applied, the minimally-adherent wound contact layer would promote horizontal contraction of the foam so as to permit greater wound closure.
- Any of the embodiments disclosed herein, including without limitation those having foam or other fillers or wound packing, those having columns or struts or other support elements, can have a silicone or other slick material or film on one or more wound contacting surfaces thereof to reduce the adhesion or stickiness with respect to the wound.
- Figure A7 illustrates an embodiment where a wound filler, which can be constructed from foam, comprises one or more threads or wires inserted therein.
- the wires preferably extend in a horizontal plane, and can be constructed from a shape- memory polymer or metal.
- the wires are preferably inserted or cast into the wound filler in an extended shape, and upon application of a stimulus, the wound filler preferentially contracts in the horizontal plane.
- the stimulus causing contraction of the thread or wire can be moisture, heat, or application of reduced pressure.
- the wound filler can comprise entirely or in part an elastomeric shape-memory foam.
- the shape-memory foam can be pre-stressed into an extended configuration, and, upon exposure to moisture, will contract.
- An example of a suitable shape-memory foam is Elast-EonTM.
- a wound filler has one or more draw strings or cords extending through it, preferably with free ends extending from the top side of the wound filler (i.e., the side of the filler that will face outward when the wound filler is inserted into a wound).
- the draw strings can be tightened, for example by pulling in a vertical direction, thereby causing the foam to contract substantially only in a horizontal plane.
- Figure A8 illustrates an embodiment similar to the embodiment described in Figure 3A-C.
- Draw strings or cords may extend through the structure. The drawstrings tighten under negative pressure and cause the structure to contract in only one plane.
- Figure A9 illustrates an embodiment with a wound filler material with rigid columns or tiles extending in a vertical plane or direction, an embodiment similar to the embodiments described in Figures 4A-B.
- the wound filler which can comprise foam, will preferentially collapse horizontally when negative pressure is applied.
- the rigid columns or tiles will substantially prevent the wound filler from collapsing vertically, thus assisting in wound closure.
- the wound filler can be cut to the size of the wound, as the columns or tiles are preferably dispersed throughout the wound filler.
- Figure A10 illustrates an embodiment of a wound closure device comprising a rigid oasis, or core, surrounded by a soft, conformable wound filler such as a reticulated foam.
- the core comprises one or more passages communicating between the filler material and a source of negative pressure. Upon application of negative pressure, the wound filler will collapse toward the core, thereby preferentially collapsing in a horizontal plane and facilitating wound closure.
- the core comprises a central conduit configured to be connected to the source of negative pressure (e.g., via a conduit or a miniature pump), where the central conduit links to one or more peripheral conduits in fluidic communication with the filler.
- FIG. Al l illustrates an embodiment of a wound closure system comprising a wound filler placed inside a wound and overlaid with a drape and frame.
- the frame can be placed or assembled over the foam and onto the periwound area outside of the drape, and attaches to the drape so as to restrict vertical movement of the drape and wound filler. Accordingly, horizontal collapse of the filler will be maximized.
- this embodiment can have an inflatable bladder surrounded at least in part by a porous wound filler material such as foam.
- the inflatable bladder can be filled with liquid, and preferably comprises one or more ports (e.g., a syringe port) that can be used to adjust the amount of fluid therein.
- the device is placed into a wound and covered with a drape, and, upon application of negative pressure, fluid can be withdrawn from the inflatable bladder to control the amount of contraction of the wound margins.
- the fluid is withdrawn via a tube connected through or under the drape that connects the port to a different source of negative pressure such as a syringe.
- Figure A13B illustrates an embodiment with an inflatable bag surrounded at least in part by a wound filler such as foam.
- the inflatable bag is filled with air or gas, and suction (separate from a source of negative pressure used to treat the wound) can be applied to control the amount of contraction of the foam.
- Figure A14 illustrates a semi-rigid wound filler comprising one or more conduits extending to a wound-facing perimeter of the filler that are configured to communicate negative pressure.
- the one or more conduits apply negative pressure to the wound, thereby contacting one or more areas on the inside perimeter of the wound.
- the semi-rigid wound filler is preferably configured to contain one or more laces or filaments with free ends extending in a vertical direction away from the wound. Upon application of negative pressure, and once the edges of the wound have made contact with the wound filler, the laces can be pulled so as to collapse the wound filler, thereby aiding in the closure of the wound.
- an embodiment of a wound filler such as foam can have its outside (wound-facing) edges cut to provide additional surface area and protrusions to aid in fixation to the wound surface. These edges can consequently enhance wound closure by aiding in pulling the wound edges together upon the application of negative pressure.
- pinking shears or other serrated cutting implements can be used to add a sawtoothed, wavy, corrugated, irregular, or roughened outer perimeter to the wound filler.
- Other embodiments can provide for grit-blasting, sanding, or adding particulates to the surface of the wound filler.
- Figure A16 illustrates an embodiment of a pressure responsive foam for use in a wound.
- conventional foams tend to collapse to approximately the same dimensions over the therapeutic ranges of negative pressure applied thereto.
- a pressure responsive foam where the volume changes across the therapeutic range of negative pressure, greater control over wound closure can be achieved.
- such a foam can have a given volume Vi at a given pressure Pi. If the negative pressure is increased to a new pressure P 2 , the foam's volume can decrease to a new volume V 2 that is smaller than Vi. Accordingly, wound closure can be controlled by application of negative pressure to the wound.
- Figure A17 illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler comprising a dissolvable foam.
- the wound filler can comprise an area of dissolvable foam surrounding or surrounded by one or more regions of foam that do not dissolve under ordinary physiological conditions.
- the dissolvable foam region can be central and surrounded by one or more strips of non-dissolvable foam.
- the dissolvable foam can also be in a ring configuration and surrounded at least on a horizontal plane by non-dissolvable foam (or vice-versa). When implanted into a wound, the dissolvable portions of foam would at least partly dissolve, for example upon contact with wound exudate, thereby providing additional space for the non-dissolvable foam to collapse toward.
- the dissolvable foam can comprise polyvinyl alcohol foam (PVA).
- PVA polyvinyl alcohol foam
- the dissolvable foam can be replaced by a resorbable filler, for example a resorbable tissue filler scaffold.
- a resorbable tissue filler scaffold can be seeded with beneficial cells, such as fibroblasts or stem cells.
- Figure A18 illustrates an embodiment of a wound closure device comprising a camera-shutter or iris-like configuration of multiple pieces of wound filler material.
- the wound filler material is substantially rigid at least in a vertical plane.
- the multiple pieces of wound filler material are preferably configured to move inward from an open configuration illustrated above to a closed configuration upon the application of negative pressure, thereby contracting the wound margins in a horizontal plane.
- the inward movement of the multiple pieces of wound filler material may resemble the inward movement of a camera shutter.
- Figure A19 illustrates an embodiment of a wound filler device comprising one or more hooks disposed on an outer perimeter thereof, and preferably along a horizontal outer perimeter.
- the one or more hooks are configured to engage the edges of a wound so as to aid attachment of the filler, thereby aiding in wound closure upon the application of negative pressure.
- the one or more hooks can be made by using a sudden localized "blast" of heat that can partly melt the foam edge so as to produce a spike, hook, or other protrusion.
- Application of electrostatic energy to the wound filler can also be used to make the one or more hooks.
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