Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Granuflex

Granuflex

Convatec

Description

Adhesive hydrocolloid dressing consisting of an inner layer of hydrocolloid within an adhesive polymer matrix and an outer layer of polyurethane foam. The adhesive layer forms a cohesive gel on contact with exudate.

Indications

Chronic wounds: pressure ulcers (categories I–IV), leg ulcers. Acute wounds: traumatic wounds (minor abrasions, lacerations), burns (first and second degree), dermatological excisions, surgical wounds (postoperative wounds, donor sites).

Contraindications

Known sensitivity to the dressing or its components

Price

10×10cm, £3.05; 15×15cm, £5.79; 20×20cm, £8.72

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