EFFECTIVENESS OF NEGATIVE PRESSURE THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF COMPLEX WOUNDS: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE

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Brunna Regis Pedrosa
Alana Micaela Araújo Lemos
Cristian Reinaldo Arenhardt
Karolyne Ernesto Luíz Lopes Nobre
Pedro Luiz Nascimento Júnior

Abstract

This manuscript focuses on the clinical benefits of Negative Pressure Therapy in the treatment of complex wounds, addressing technological advances and associated methodologies, with the aim of validating and optimizing this therapeutic practice. The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of Negative Pressure Therapy in the treatment of complex wounds, evaluating its clinical and epidemiological effects. This is an Integrative Literature Review, using a qualitative method. The research involved the selection of articles published between 2019 and 2024, with clear inclusion and exclusion criteria. 215 documents were analyzed, of which 15 were selected for the final sample. Data analysis followed the content analysis methodology. The review indicated that this technique, especially when combined with other techniques such as the use of platelet-rich plasma and nanobiotechnology, has proved effective in accelerating the healing of chronic and complex wounds. The implementation of simplified vacuum dressing systems has also proven to be operationally and financially viable, being an economical and effective alternative to traditional methods. Negative Pressure Therapy represents a significant innovation in the treatment of complex wounds, offering a robust alternative to traditional methods. Despite the promising results, there is a need for more studies to confirm the long-term benefits and standardize treatment protocols, especially in resource-limited contexts. The dissemination of evidence-based knowledge is essential to validate the efficacy and safety of this therapy.

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PEDROSA, B. R.; LEMOS, A. M. A. .; ARENHARDT, C. R. .; NOBRE, K. E. L. L.; NASCIMENTO JUNIOR, P. L. do. EFFECTIVENESS OF NEGATIVE PRESSURE THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF COMPLEX WOUNDS: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE. Conjuncture Bulletin (BOCA), Boa Vista, v. 19, n. 55, p. 01–24, 2024. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13338621. Disponível em: https://revista.ioles.com.br/boca/index.php/revista/article/view/5122. Acesso em: 13 mar. 2026.
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