Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

MaxioCel

MaxioCel

CD Medical

Description

Sterile, absorbent 100% chitosan gelling microfibre primary wound dressing. Transforms into a cohesive gel matrix when in contact with wound exudate, helping to maintain a moist environment. Aids autolytic debridement and can control minor bleeding. Easy to remove. Improves patient comfort.

Indications

For the management of moderately to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds, including: pressure ulcers, venous leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, leg ulcers, cavity wounds, donor sites and graft sites, surgical wounds, skin abrasions and lacerations, superficial and partial-thickness burns, infected wounds or wounds in which there is an increased risk of infection. Can be used to control minor bleeding in superficial wounds and management of post-debridement wounds.

Contraindications

Not indicated for use on individuals with an allergy to shellfish.

Price

5×5cm, £0.71; 10×10cm, £1.87; 15×15cm, £3.53; 2.5×30cm, £1.26

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