2. Introduction
Thank you for choosing to use the
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MINO Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system from Direct
Healthcare Group. The
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MINO NPWT system is indicated for use in a wide range of patients with acute or
chronic wounds.
NPWT is applied by the application of negative pressure to a sealed (occlusive) dressing placed over the wound area.
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MINO Wound Care Sets include a choice of gauze or foam dressing, silicone portal drain and transparent
adhesive film.
The
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COMPACT NPWT system is intended to be reusable and will benefit from careful installation and use,
providing a long and effective service life. Please read and understand this document completely before applying
NPWT.
3. Important Information
3.1 Intended Use
The VENTURI MINO NPWT system may be used:
• to help expedite wound closure (when healing by secondary intention)
• to reduce wound size
• for preparing a wound for closure by primary intention
• in wound management (exudate management)
• to downscale complexity of reconstructive surgery
Wounds which may benefit from the application of NPWT include pressure ulcers; dehisced surgical wounds; diabetic/
neuropathic foot ulcers; venous leg ulcers; post-op surgical wounds (including flaps and grafts); traumatic wounds;
pre-op flap/graft; necrotising fasciitis; burns.
3.2 Intended Environments
The devices are intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals and lay persons in a healthcare or home
environment.
3.3 Contraindications for Use
Do not place NPWT dressings directly in contact with exposed blood vessels, anastomotic sites, organs or nerves.
NPWT is contraindicated for patients with:
1. Malignancy in the wound
2. Untreated osteomyelitis
3. Non-enteric and unexplored fistulas
4. Wounds with difficult haemostasis
5. Necrotic tissue with eschar present
NB: After debridement of necrotic tissue and complete removal of eschar, NPWT can be used.
3.4 List of Components
Your
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MINO NPWT system should comprise the following items - please ensure you have all of these before
installation.
NB: Wound Care Sets are supplied separately.
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MINO (TG600/14)
• 5V Mains adapter FW7662M/05
• 150ml Canister (supplied fitted to power unit)
• Carry bag (may not be included in all markets)
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