The professional's guide to wound product selection
Composite dressing containing a silicone membrane with a knitted nylon fabric partially embedded in it. A purified porcine collagen is bound to the fabric. Blood and sera clot in the fabric, adhering the dressing to the wound surface until epithelialisation can occur. Also available in glove form for use on burns of the hand.
Composite dressing containing a silicone membrane with a knitted nylon fabric partially embedded in it. A purified porcine collagen is bound to the fabric. Blood and sera clot in the fabric, adhering the dressing to the wound surface until epithelialisation can occur. Also available in glove form for use on burns of the hand.
A self-adhesive dressing consisting of a transparent semipermeable, polyurethane film coated with an acrylic adhesive
Offloading device that completely suspends the heel. Has two internal foam finishes (convoluted or smooth) and a friction-free exterior surface. Ventilation holes promote air circulation. Three straps hold the forefoot and lower leg in an orthograde position. Can be worn on either the right or left foot. Machine washable. The device is supplied with a forefoot pad, a long calf pad (30cm), a positioning wedge (to counteract external rotation of the leg) and a laundry bag. The device is manufactured by DARCO and distributed by V-M Orthotics.
Adhesive island dressing comprising a non-adherent centre pad, non-woven adhesive border and a water-resistant backing.
Sterile, non-adhesive, multilayer dressing with a highly absorbent wound contact layer, a one-way, water-resistant film to delay strikethrough to the carbon layer, thereby prolonging its odour-adsorptive properties, an activated charcoal cloth, an absorbent pad for comfort and a water-resistant top layer
Durable transparent polymer-cyanoacrylate barrier in a disposable applicator
No-rinse skin wipes for the treatment of incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD). The wipes contain 3% dimethicone and are biodegradable, pH balanced, perfume- and paraben-free, soft and hypoallergenic.
Highly concentrated barrier cream to protect against bodily fluids and moisturise skin. Provides long-lasting protection from skin breakdown.
Protective, transparent barrier film. Alcohol-free formulation is pain-free on broken skin and provides up to 72 hours’ protection before re-application. Non-cytotoxic.