LVS
LVS is a low vacuum wound drainage system. The postoperative constant suction vacuum drainage in combination with a low suction force is the ideal drainage method and allows for better wound hemostasis, better flap apposition, less post-operative bleeding, reduced tissue damage and improved wound healing.
Orthopaedic surgeries
LVS is indicated for all surgeries and as a 600 ml system very ideal for orthopaedic surgeries where average 400 – 600 ml of wound drainage is collected, such as total knee replacement (TKR), total hip replacement.
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Dislocation of the patella following haematoma has been reported after TKR. A large hematoma can cause a disruption of the medial retinaculum. This may cause patellar dislocation after primary total knee replacement.
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Proper drainage of the wound fluid after TKR reduces the chances for haematoma formation.
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Another use for surgical drainage following orthopedic surgery is to detect an early bleeder.
Proper drainage of the wound fluid after TKR reduces the chances for haematoma formation.
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Another use for surgical drainage following orthopedic surgery is to detect an early bleeder.
Which Medinorm® kit to use?
LVS 600 ml with single drain connector or Y drain connector.
Possibility to choose between CH 10 or CH 16 drain.
The choice of article number depends on the requirement of the specialist or consultant surgeon.