Apparatus for removing fluid from a wound

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PATENT NO 5549584
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08194976

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The invention features methods and apparatuses for evacuation of exudate from wounds. The apparatuses include a suctioning means having an inlet port and an outlet port, and a wound cover in fluid communication with the suctioning means via the inlet port. The wound cover is adapted to fit in fluid communication with a wound dressing for application to a wound site. The suctioning means is operative to remove exudate from a wound dressing in association with the wound cover and covering a wound site.

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SMITH & NEPHEW INC1450 BROOKS ROAD MEMPHIS TN 38116

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Gross, James R Wareham, MA 65 5552

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