Disclosed herein is a device which is intended to deliver and maintain
reduced pressure to body surfaces for application of reduced pressure
wound therapy (RPWT) also known as negative pressure wound therapy
(NPWT). During application of this type of therapy, a substantially
airtight seal is formed around a section of tissue to be treated. This
seal is formed by a dressing which provides fluid communication from a
section of tissue to a reduced pressure source. Disclosed herein is a
dressing system which is configured to enhance usability and
functionality of this dressing. First, the system may be configured to
allow full rotation of the fluid communication conduit to the reduced
pressure source along the axis substantially normal to the dressing.
Second, the system may be configured to include a one-way valve to
prevent backflow of any drainage fluids. Third, the system may be
configured with transparent windows covered by opaque flaps to allow
inspection through the dressing. Fourth, the system may be configured to
include an indicator which visually makes clear whether reduced pressure
is being applied or not. Fifth, the system is configured to minimize the
profile of the dressing system.