Powerfully simple

Effective, easy-to-use negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT)

RENASYS^◊ System addresses the increasing clinical need for traditional negative pressure wound therapy (tNPWT) with an intuitive, one-device solution for continuous or variable intermittent therapy across a wide range of acute, chronic and surgical wound types.^1,2 RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT is uncomplicated and easy-to-learn with proven clinical performance.^1-3

With the prevalence of wounds growing, 39% of which are unlikely to heal within a year,*⁴ the demand for tNPWT is growing where budgets are not. RENASYS tNPWT has been shown to deliver clinical benefits while supporting cost-effectiveness, compared to conventional wound therapy.⁴

One device for all wound care settings

Optimises clinical outcomes, without the complexity

Clinical efficacy: RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT has demonstrated a 55% reduction in wound area, an 80% reduction in wound volume, and a 20% increase in healthy, viable tissue.**¹

Easy to learn: Due to the Intuitive touchscreen and interface, 97% of clinicians found RENASYS TOUCH easy to set up and over 90% were satisfied with the device functionality.¹

Versatile, individualised therapy: RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT provides an adjustable compression rate which allows clinicians to tailor therapy to individual patient needs and comfort.¹

High patient satisfaction: Small, lightweight and portable, with 91% of patients reporting RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT as comfortable.^1,5

Watch: Wound management with adjustable or intermittent NPWT

Video: Are all NPWT systems the same for abdominal fluid management?

Why use negative pressure wound therapy?

The need for NPWT is estimated to grow, with annual acute and chronic wound prevalence estimated to be 9% and 12% respectively,⁴ so we’re always aiming to make solutions more cost-effective. It’s important to understand the clinical benefits NPWT can provide:

• Stimulates development of granulation tissue formation^8-11 and helps reduce oedema in partial thickness burns^12,13
• Promotes moisture balance in the wound bed^{8, 10, 12,13}
• Removes exudate from the wound site^1,14 and assists wound contraction^13,14
• Helps to increase vascular perfusion^15,16 and promotes proliferation of epithelial cells.⁶ May decrease dressing changes compared to standard care by promoting drainage management^1,8

Clinical results driven by technology

The PICO^◊ Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System provides fully portable single-use NPWT for up to 14 days.***^19,20 Recommended in best practice guidelines for high-risk patients on closed surgical incisions by the UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).²¹

For wound infection, the RENASYS System can be used with ACTICOAT^◊ Antimicrobial Barrier Dressings with nanocrystalline silver technology. 

For any specific requirements, or for help identifying the right product, please contact us.

Helping you get CLOSER TO ZERO^◊ delay in wound healing.¹

References:
1)   Forlee M, van Zyl L, Louw V, Nel J, Fourie N, Hartley R. A randomised controlled trial to compare the clinical efficacy and acceptability of adjustable intermittent and continuous Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in a new portable NPWT system. Paper presented at: EWMA; 2018; Krakow, Poland.
2)   Forlee M, Richardson J, Rossington A, Cockwill J, Smith J. An interim analysis of device functionality and usability of RENASYS™ TOUCH – a new portable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system. Paper presented at: Wounds UK; 2016; Harrogate, UK.
3)   Smith & Nephew 2016. Smith and Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device Features – Adjustable Settings. Internal Report. DS.16.138.R.
4)   Guest JF, Vowden K, Vowden P. The health economic burden that acute and chronic wounds impose on an average clinical commissioning group/health board in the UK. Published Online: 9 Jun 2017.
5)   Smith & Nephew 2016. Smith and Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device – User Experience. DS/16/141/R.
6)   Smith & Nephew 2009.Weight and size of device and canister with tubing. Internal Report. W07328R32.
7)   Smith & Nephew 2009.A prospective, open, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new portable negative pressure wound therapy system (RENASYS GO) in the management of acute and chronic wounds. Data on File. CSR/CT0804ST779.
8) Dunn R, Hurd T, Chadwick P, et al. Factors associated with positive outcomes in 131 patients treated with gauze-based negative pressure wound therapy. Int J Surg. 2011;9(3):258-262.
9) Malmsjö M, Gustafsson L, Lindstedt S, Gesslein B, Ingemansson R. The Effects of Variable, Intermittent, and Continuous Negative Pressure Wound Therapy, Using Foam or Gauze, on Wound Contraction, Granulation Tissue Formation, and Ingrowth Into the Wound Filler. ePlasty. 2012:42-54.
10) Young SR, Hampton S, Martin R. Non-invasive assessment of negative pressure wound therapy using high frequency diagnostic ultrasound: oedema reduction and new tissue accumulation. Int Wound J. 2013;10(4):383-388.
11) Chan SYC, Wong KL, Lim JXJ, Tay YLE, Nather A. The role of renasys-GOTM in the treatment of diabetic lower limb ulcers: A case series. Diabetic Foot and Ankle. 2014;5(1).
12) Kamolz LP, Andel H, Haslik W, et al. Use of subatmospheric pressure therapy to prevent burn wound progression in human: first experiences. Burns. 2004;30(3):253-258.
13) Birke-Sorensen H, Malmsjo M, Rome P, et al. Evidence-based recommendations for negative pressure wound therapy: treatment variables (pressure levels, wound filler and contact layer)--steps towards an international consensus. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2011;64 Suppl:S1-16.
14) Hurd T, Chadwick P, Cote J, et al. Impact of gauze-based NPWT on the patient and nursing experience in the treatment of challenging wounds. International Wound Journal. 2010;7(6):448-455.
15) Ma Z, Shou K, Li Z, et al. Negative pressure wound therapy promotes vessel destabilization and maturation at various stages of wound healing and thus influences wound prognosis. Exp Ther Med. 2016;11(4):1307-1317.
16) Xia CY, Yu AX, Qi B, et al. Analysis of blood flow and local expression of angiogenesisassociated growth factors in infected wounds treated with negative pressure wound therapy. Mol Med Rep. 2014;9(5):1749-1754. 
17) Hudson D, Adams K, Cockwill J, Smith J. Evaluation of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS™ Soft Port). Paper presented at: EWMA; 2013.
18) Smith & Nephew 2012.A prospective, open, non-comparative, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS◊ Soft Port) in the management of acute, sub-acute and chronic wounds CSR/CT/US/11/01. 
19) Hudson DA, Adams KG, Van Huyssteen A, Martin R, Huddleston EM.Simplified negative pressure wound therapy: clinical evaluation of an ultraportable, no-canister system. Int Wound J. 2015;12(2):195-201.
20) Smith & Nephew December 2018. PICO 14 Service Life Testing: 14 Day Device Lifespan. Internal Report. RD/18/132.
21) NICE Medical Technologies Consultation Document – PICO Negative Pressure Wound Dressings for Closed Surgical Incisions. December 2018.

Intuitive touchscreen technology

Powerfully simple NPWT¹

The RENASYS^◊ TOUCH Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System has an intuitive and user-friendly touchscreen interface for quick, easy-to-learn operation,^2,3 whilst providing continuous and variable intermittent therapy.⁴

RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT has demonstrated significant reductions in wound area and volume, with a significant improvement in healthy viable tissue.*¹

Easy to learn, intuitive device

 Intuitive and easy to learn, the touchscreen interface offers real-time, on-screen guidance with a troubleshooting function.^2,3

Individualised therapy though a range of pressure and time settings, allowing flexibility around wound conditions and pain tolerance. 99% of clinicians found therapy settings easy to select.³

Visual leakage gauge offers easy location and resolution of air leaks for efficient clinical intervention. 97% of clinicians found it ‘very easy’ to obtain a vacuum.³

Quiet, lightweight and portable for a positive patient experience,^1,5,6 with up to 14 hours of battery life.⁷

RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT is indicated for the treatment of a wide range of wound types.^1,3

Clinical results driven by technology

RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT features a patient-centric Soft Port dressing, shown to improve patient comfort and tolerability in comparison to traditional hard port variants.⁸

• Conformable, flexible and easy-to-apply dressing^9,10
• Suitable for awkward or difficult anatomical areas⁹
• Designed to resist blockages caused by kinks, twists or compression⁹

RENASYS TOUCH promotes confidence in therapy through access to specialist training and support.

Watch: Getting the best abdominal wall and incision outcomes with NPWT

Act on infection for hard to heal wounds

For suspected high bioburden or increased risk of infection, ACTICOAT^◊ Flex 3 Antimicrobial Barrier Dressings can be used effectively with RENASYS TOUCH tNPWT. Over 90% of patients treated with ACTICOAT Flex 3 and NPWT achieved their treatment goal.**¹¹

Help and guidance

For further information about applying, removing, servicing and troubleshooting your RENASYS System, please refer to the resources tab.

For other wound management requirements:

PICO^◊ Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System.

MolecuLight i:X Imaging Device for instant bacterial fluorescence visualisation.***

For any specific patient requirements, or for help identifying the right dressing choice, please contact us.

References:
1)   Forlee M, van Zyl L, Louw V, Nel J, Fourie N, Hartley R. A randomised controlled trial to compare the clinical efficacy and acceptability of adjustable intermittent and continuous Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in a new portable NPWT system. Paper presented at: EWMA; 2018; Krakow, Poland.
2)   Smith & Nephew 2016. Smith and Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device – User Validation. Internal Report. DS/16/174/R.
3)   Forlee M, Richardson J, Rossington A, Cockwill J, Smith J. An interim analysis of device functionality and usability of RENASYS™ TOUCH – a new portable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system. Paper presented at: Wounds UK; 2016; Harrogate, UK.
4)   Smith & Nephew 2016. Smith and Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device Features – Adjustable Settings. Internal Report. DS.16.138.R.
5)   Smith and Nephew 2016. Smith & Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device Features of Mobility and Modesty. DS/16/140/R
6)   Smith & Nephew 2016. Smith and Nephew’s RENASYS™ Touch Device – User Experience. DS/16/141/R.
7)   Smith & Nephew 2018. Project Colne Verification of RENASYS TOUCH Connect device battery while in use. 21. DS.17.623.R V2.
8)   Carnali M, Ronchi R, Finocchi L, Spuri Capesciotti S, Paggi B. Retrospective study on the use of negative pressure wound therapy in the treatment of pilonidal cysts (sinus pilonidalis) operated on using an open technique or complicated by dehiscence of the surgery site through sepsis. In. Acta Vulnologica. Vol 142016:24-39.
9)   Hudson D, Adams K, Cockwill J, Smith J. Evaluation of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS™ Soft Port). Paper presented at: EWMA; 2013.
10) Cockwill J, Rossington A. A prospective, open, non-comparative, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS◊ Soft Port) in the management of acute, sub-acute and chronic wounds In. Vol 12012.
11) Hurd T, Rossington A, Trueman P, Smith J.A Retrospective Comparison of the Performance of Two Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Systems in the Management of Wounds of Mixed Etiology. Advances in Wound Care. 2017;6(1):33-37.

Powerfully simple NPWT, with more freedom for your patients  

RENASYS^◊ GO Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System provides our powerful, easy-to-use and fully portable traditional negative pressure wound therapy (tNPWT) technology, offering patients added freedom during therapy.^1,2

• Intuitive LCD screen³
• Patient-centric design and accessories for optimal experience^1,2
• Integrated alarm and indicator features to identify air leaks or low battery^3-5
• 300ml and 800ml canisters available

Indicated for a wide range of wound types:^6,7

Clinical results driven by technology

 RENASYS GO tNWPT features a patient-centric Soft Port dressing, shown to improve patient comfort and tolerability in comparison to tradiitonal hard port variants.⁸

• Conformable, flexible and easy-to-apply dressings^9,10
• Suitable for awkward or difficult anatomical areas⁹
• Designed to resist blockages caused by kinks, twists or compression⁹

Act on infection for hard to heal wounds

 For suspected high bioburden or increased risk of infection, ACTICOAT^◊ Flex 3 Antimicrobial Barrier Dressings can be used effectively with RENASYS GO tNPWT. Over 90% of patients treated with ACTICOAT Flex 3 and NPWT achieved their treatment goal.*¹¹

Other wound management solutions

PICO^◊ Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System.

VERSAJET^◊ Hydrosurgery System for precision excision and tissue preservation 

For any specific patient requirements, or for help identifying the right dressing choice, please contact us.

Helping you get CLOSER TO ZERO^◊ delay in wound healing.⁶

Always use RENASYS GO in accordance with the Instructions For Use (IFU) information.

*n=379.

References:
1)   Smith & Nephew 2009.Weight and size of device and canister with tubing. Internal Report. W07328R32.
2)   Smith & Nephew 2009.A prospective, open, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new portable negative pressure wound therapy system (RENASYS GO) in the management of acute and chronic wounds. Data on File. CSR/CT0804ST779.
3)   Smith & Nephew 2016.Functionality testing of Non-Wound Model related alarms on returned EMC tested RENASYS Go device. Internal Report. DS/16/195/R.
4)   Smith & Nephew 2016.RENASYS GO Blockage/Canister Over-capacity & Leak Alarm Assertion in a Vertical Orientation. Internal Report. DS/16/025.
5)   Smith & Nephew 2009.Alarm Indication testing for RENASYS Go for Low, High and Over Vacuum Alarms, Blockage/Canister Full and High Flow/Leak Alarms and Alarm Volume Testing. Internal Report. W07328R110.
6)   Forlee M, van Zyl L, Louw V, Nel J, Fourie N, Hartley R. A randomised controlled trial to compare the clinical efficacy and acceptability of adjustable intermittent and continuous Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in a new portable NPWT system. Paper presented at: EWMA; 2018; Krakow, Poland.
7)   Forlee M, Richardson J, Rossington A, Cockwill J, Smith J. An interim analysis of device functionality and usability of RENASYS™ TOUCH – a new portable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system. Paper presented at: Wounds UK; 2016; Harrogate, UK.
8)   Carnali M, Ronchi R, Finocchi L, Spuri Capesciotti S, Paggi B. Retrospective study on the use of negative pressure wound therapy in the treatment of pilonidal cysts (sinus pilonidalis) operated on using an open technique or complicated by dehiscence of the surgery site through sepsis. In. Acta Vulnologica. Vol 142016:24-39.
9)   Hudson D, Adams K, Cockwill J, Smith J. Evaluation of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS™ Soft Port). Paper presented at: EWMA; 2013.
10) Cockwill J, Rossington A. A prospective, open, non-comparative, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS◊ Soft Port) in the management of acute, sub-acute and chronic wounds In. Vol 12012.
11) Hurd T, Rossington A, Trueman P, Smith J.A Retrospective Comparison of the Performance of Two Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Systems in the Management of Wounds of Mixed Etiology. Advances in Wound Care. 2017;6(1):33-37.
12) Granick, MS et al. Efficacy and Cost Effectiveness of a High-Powered Parallel Waterjet for Wound Debridement. Wound Repair & Regeneration, 2006. 14, 394-397.
13) Granick, MS et al. Toward a common language: Surgical Wound Bed Preparation and Debridement. Wound Repair & Regeneration, 2006. 14, S1-S10.
14) Cubison CS et al. Dermal preservation using the VERSAJET Hydrosurgery System for Debridement of Paediatric Burns. Burns, 2006. 32, 714-720.
15) Matsumura H et al. The Estimation of Tissue Loss During Tangential Hydrosurgical Debridement. Ann Plast. Surg, 2012. 69, 521-525.
16) Gurunluoglu R. Experiences with Waterjet Hydrosurgery System in Wound Debridement. World J. Emerg. Surg. 2007. 2, 10.
17) Gravante G, Delogu D, Esposito G & Montone A. VERSAJET hydrosurgery versus classic escharectomy for burn debridement: a prospective randomised trial. J. Burn Care Res. 2007. 720-4.
18) McCardle JE. VERSAJET Hydroscalpel: Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulceration. British Journal of Nursing, 2006. 15, Tissue Viability Supplement.

Adaptable consumables

A simplified range of consumables to meet your patients’ needs

Complex choices in tNPWT consumables can present usage and procurement challenges in the healthcare system. The RENASYS tNPWT Soft Port, foam and gauze range facilitates tailored therapy, with comfort and versatility, in treating challenging wounds.  

Soft Port

 Featuring a soft, cushioned channel to help enhance patient comfort, compared to a hard port,¹ and capable of delivering therapy even when kinked, twisted or squashed.²

Convenient and fast – Simplified dressing application with the same technique across various wound types; shown to be faster than traditional hard port dressings^1,3 

Effective –Designed to be resistant to blockages caused by kinks, twists or compression²

Versatile – Can be applied to awkward body contours such as elbows, knees, heels and hips,² with minimal pain on application and removal.^2,3

May reduce the need for bridging techniques,² with 84% of clinicians rating it easier to apply than hard port alternatives.³ 76% of clinicians rated it easier to remove.³

Foam and gauze

Evidence has demonstrated that overall healing rates* are similar with both foam and gauze.^4-6

 RENASYS-F Polyurethane Foam
features an open cell structure and hydrophobic material properties, intended to allow efficient fluid management.⁴

 RENASYS-G Gauze is effective in wounds with low to moderate drainage, absorbing and retaining fluid through hydrophilic fibres. Not for use on wounds with high levels of exudate, unless paired with a drain.⁴

Factors to consider when selecting an appropriate filler⁴

Drains

RENASYS Drain Kits are designed to enhance treatment and facilitate exudate removal from complex wounds, with a practical silicone construction and radiopaque strip for visualisation under x-ray.⁴

 Multipurpose drain, designed for a wide range of wound types. Particularly effective in shallow wounds, it must be positioned flat and cannot be curled.⁴

Non-hollow, non-perforated to prevent tissue adherence. Designed for use in sinus tracts, narrow wounds and wounds with tunnelling/undermining.⁴

 10FR and 19FR drains are designed for deep wounds, areas of undermining and wounds with copious exudate.⁴

AB abdominal kit

 The RENASYS AB Abdominal Dressing Kit with Soft Port supports management of the open abdomen⁷  to achieve safe and effective temporary abdominal closure⁸

• Shown to achieve a high rate of fascial closure and a relatively low complication rate, compared to other solutions⁸
• In a study, 65% of patients achieved fascial closure in an average of 3 days⁸
• RENASYS AB was shown to be as effective as ABTHERA™, with comparable levels of fluid management and removal^**9

Need help? 

For additional information and guidance for choosing the right adaptable consumable, contact us.

*healing rates defined as a percentage reduction in wound volume/surface area per week.
**In vivo study

References:
1)   Carnali M, Ronchi R, Finocchi L, Spuri Capesciotti S, Paggi B. Retrospective study on the use of negative pressure wound therapy in the treatment of pilonidal cysts (sinus pilonidalis) operated on using an open technique or complicated by dehiscence of the surgery site through sepsis. Acta Vulnologica. 2016;14(1):24-39.
2)   Hudson D, Adams K, Cockwill J, Smith J. Evaluation of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS™ Soft Port). Paper presented at: EWMA; 2013; Copenhagen.
3)   Cockwill J, Rossington A. A prospective, open, non-comparative, multi-centre study to evaluate the functionality and device performance of a new Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) suction port (RENASYS◊ Soft Port) in the management of acute, sub-acute and chronic wounds In. Vol 12012.
4)   Henderson V, Timmons J, Hurd T, Deroo K, Maloney S, Sabo S. NPWT in everyday practice made easy. Wounds International 2010; 1 (5): 1-6.
5)   Birke-Sorensen H, Malmsjo M, Rome P, Hudson D, Krug E, Berg L et al, Evidence based recommendations for NPWT: Treatment variables (pressure levels, wound filler and contact layer) – Steps towards an international consensus. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2011 Sep;64 Suppl:S1-16.
6)   Campbell PE et al (2008). Retrospective clinical evaluation of gauze-based Negative Pressure Wound Therapy. Int Wound J; 5 (2): 280-286
7)   Dorafshar A et al (2012). A prospective randomised trial comparing subatmospheric wound therapy with a sealed gauze dressing and the standard vacuum-assisted closure device. Annals of Plastic Surgery. 69: (1) 79-84
8)   Barker, D. et al. Experience with Vacuum-pack Temporary Abdominal Closure in 258 Trauma and General and Vascular Surgical Patients. Journal of the American College of Surgeons, 2007. 204: 787-793.
9)   Dunn R, Tessier H, Hammond V, Webster I. Ability of Commercial NPWT Systems to Manage Fluid in an Experimental Open Abdomen Study. Paper presented at: WSACS; 2017; Canada

How to use the RENASYS^◊ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Application, removal and usage guidance 

Clinician manual

Home healthcare manual

Servicing manual

RENASYS literature

Ability of Commercial NPWT Systems to Manage Fluid in an Experimental Open Abdomen Study (Dunn, 2017)

An interim analysis of device functionality and usability of RENASYS TOUCH - a new portable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system (Forlee et.al., 2016)

A randomised controlled trial to compare the clinical efficacy and acceptability of adjustable intermittent and continuous Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in a new portable NPWT system (Forlee et.al., 2018)

Single paper review: A Retrospective Comparison of the Performance of Two Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Systems in the Management of Wounds of Mixed Aetiology Hurd et al. (2016)

Retrospective chronic and postsurgical wound case series: Understanding RENASYS TOUCH

Need help?

For additional product information and guidance, or for help to quote and place an order, please email AskAboutRENASYS@smith-nephew.com or complete the contact form.