Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

CovaWound Foam

Covalon Technologies

Description

A two-layer dressing comprising a non-adherent, highly absorbent polyurethane foam and a breathable polyurethane film backing. The foam core is designed to absorb and retain exudate, while the outer layer allows moisture vapour transmission away from the dressing.

Indications

Moderate to heavily exuding wounds such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, superficial and partial-thickness burns, donor sites, traumatic wounds and postoperative wounds

Contraindications

Do not apply to surgical implantations or use to control heavy bleeding. See instructions for use.

Price

5×5cm, £0.48; 10×10cm, £0.79; 15×15cm, £1.56; 20×20cm, £2.53; 10×13cm (heel), £2.43

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