Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

PolyMem Silver

Mediq

Description

A hydrophilic polyurethane matrix with a mild, non-toxic wound cleanser, a soothing moisturiser, a superabsorbent and a semipermeable film backing. Made from small particle elemental, metallic silver, which is not released into the wound bed. Designed to facilitate healing, relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Adhesive and non-adhesive versions available. For all wound types, including painful wounds.

Indications

For dry to moderately exuding full- and partial-thickness painful wounds such as pressure ulcers (categories I–IV), leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, traumatic wounds, skin tears, surgical wounds, first- and second-degree burns, donor and graft sites or wounds at risk of infection

Price

10.8×10.8cm, £9.76; 17×19cm, £19.56; 5×7.6cm (oval #3 with border) (wound contact pad 2.5x5cm + border 1.25 - 1.3cm), £2.51; 8.8×12.7cm (oval #5 with border) (wound contact pad 7.6x5cm + border 1.9 - 2.55cm), £6.17

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