Negative pressure wound therapy is primarily used for which type of wound management?

Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is particularly suitable for deep or chronic wounds due to its ability to enhance healing by creating a controlled vacuum environment. This technology promotes granulation tissue formation, reduces edema, and can help to draw the edges of the wound together, thereby facilitating closure. It is especially beneficial for wounds that have a significant amount of tissue loss, are difficult to heal, or exhibit signs of infection or poor vascularity.

In contrast, superficial wounds, burns, and minor lacerations typically do not require such advanced treatment modalities. Superficial wounds usually heal well with basic dressings and local care, burns may need specialized treatment depending on their depth and severity but do not often benefit from NPWT, and minor lacerations usually close on their own with simple, conventional care.