ConvaTec Aquacel Foam Adhesive Bandage, 10cm x 10cm, Pack of 10

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Data on file In-vitro Performance Characteristics of AQUACEL ® Foam Pro WHRI4536 MS129. 25th November 2015. Only AQUACEL ® Foam dressing offers comfort and simplicity, plus the healing benefits of an AQUACEL ® interface a. Choose a dressing size and shape to ensure that the central absorbent pad (area within the adhesive window), is 1cm larger than the wound area.

The wound should be inspected during dressing changes for (1) signs of infection (increased pain, bleeding, warmth/redness of surrounding tissue, wound exudate), (2) changes in wound color and/or odor, (3) any other unexpected symptoms (e.g., maceration or hypergranulation). Choose a dressing size and shape to ensure that the central absorbent pad (area within the adhesive window), is 1cm larger than the wound area. Kogan L, Moldavsky M, Szvalb S, GovrinYehudain J. Comparative study of Aquacel and Silverol treatment in burns. A - A waterproof top layer that permits evaporation of excess moisture while protecting against viral/bacterial penetration *1, allowing the patient to shower and bathe be left in place for up to 14 days or until clinically indicated. If the burn is infected, frequentWater Proof/Bacteria Barrier a provides — Evaporation of excess moisture — A waterproof barrier against viral/bacterial penetration 1, a — Allows patient to shower and bathe a AQUACEL® foam Dressing - waterproofness, bacterial and viral barrier testing. WHRI3538 MS069. Data on File, ConvaTec Inc.

Walker M, Hobot JA, Newman GR, Bowler PG. Scanning electron microscopic examination of bacterial immobalisation in a carboxymethylcellulose (AQUACEL ®) and alginate dressings. Biomaterials.2003;24(5):883-890. The use of AQUACEL® Foam Dressing adhesive and non-adhesive has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo. a moisture retentive cover dressing such as DuoDERM™ Extra Thin in lightly to moderately exuding wounds; Dressings can be changed as needed, depending on the level of exudate or as directed by a healthcare professional.Should you observe irritation (reddening, inflammation), maceration (whitening of the skin) or hypergranulation (excess tissue formation), consult a health care professional. To remove the dressing, press down gently on the skin and carefully lift one corner of the dressing. Continue until all edges are free. Carefully lift away the dressing and discard according to local clinical protocols. Newman, G.R., et al., Visualisation of bacterial sequestration and bactericidal activity within hydrating Hydrofiber ® wound dressings. Biomaterials, 2006. 27(7): p.1129-39. Should you observe irritation (reddening, inflammation), maceration (whitening of skin) or hypergranulation (excess tissue formation), consult a health care professional.

Kogan L. Moldavsky M. Szvalb S. Govrin-Yehudain J. Comparative study of Aquacel ® and Silverol treatment in burns. Ann Burns Fire Disasters 2004; 17(4):201-207 g. For difficult to dress anatomical locations, such as the heel or the sacrum, the specially shaped adhesive dressings may be used. This wound dressing should not be used with other wound care products without first consulting a health care professional. a secondary cover dressing such as Aquacel™ Foam or ConvaMax™, in moderate to heavily exuding wounds; The use of AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressing has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo.Waring MJ, Parsons D, Physico-chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fi bres. Biomaterials. 2001;22(9):903-912. Jones SA, Bowler PG, Walker M. Antimicrobial activity of silver-containing dressings is influenced by dressing conformability with a wound surface. Wounds. 2005;17(9):263-270. AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressings are not compatible with oil-based products or emollients such as petrolatum. Before applying the dressing cleanse the wound area with an appropriate wound cleanser and dry the surrounding skin. Waring MJ, Parsons D. Physico‐chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fibres. Biomaterials. 2001;22(9):903‐912.

During the body's normal healing process, non-viable tissue may be removed (autolytic debridement) from the wound, which could make the wound appear larger after the first few dressing changes. A waterproof top layer that permits evaporation of excess moisture while protecting against viral/bacterial penetration allowing the patient to shower and bathe

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Walker M, Hobot JA, Newman GR, Bowler PG. Scanning electron microscopic examination of bacterial immobilisation in a carboxymethyl cellulose (AQUACEL®) and alginate dressings. Biomaterials. 2003;24:883‐890. Appropriate supportive measures should be taken where indicated (e.g., use of graduated compression bandaging in the management of venous leg ulcers or pressure relief measures in the management of pressure injuries).