Sarcoma Surgery Wound Complications Comparing Usual Versus Negative Pressure Dressing

During wound closure, skin glue is not permitted as this interferes with the NPWT suction mechanism. The NPWT is a mesh-based dressing that will be applied following the transparent occlusive dressing as per the manufacturer's instructions. Patients assigned to NPWT will have their dressing connected to a suction device (ActiV.A.C.®, KCI) providing a constant negative pressure of 125mmHg and left in situ for between 5 and 7 days. The dressings and suction device are all CE-marked medical devices that are being used within their intended usage.

The wound will be closed as per the standard surgical technique and the operating surgeon's preference. Following wound closure of sarcoma tumour resection, standard absorbent dressing will be applied as per local protocols and the pre-op plan