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

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Dressings can be changed as needed, depending on the level of exudate or as directed by a healthcare professional. AQUACEL ® Foam Dressing - Waterproofness, Bacterial and Viral Barrier Testing. WHRI3538 MS069. Data on File, ConvaTec Inc. 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).

Kogan L, Moldavsky M, Szvalb S, GovrinYehudain J. Comparative study of Aquacel and Silverol treatment in burns. Keep Aquacel Foam Adhesive Dressings out of the sun and away from moisture by storing them somewhere cool and dry. Observe the storage recommendations listed on the box.The control of blood glucose, as well as appropriate supportive measures, should be provided to patients with diabetic foot ulcers. wounds, which are at risk of infection or show signs of infection, or where biofilm is suspected to AQUACEL® Foam Dressing – waterproofness, bacterial and viral barrier testing. WHRI3538 MS069. Data on File, ConvaTec Inc.

reformation of biofilm (as demonstrated in vitro) and increases the efficiency of silver transfer to The addition of ionic silver provides the ability to kill a broad spectrum of wound-related microbes in the dressing through: 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. Only AQUACEL ® Foam dressing offers comfort and simplicity, plus the healing benefits of an AQUACEL ® interface

The dressing should be changed when clinically indicated (e.g. leakage, bleeding, increased pain). Maximum recommended wear time is up to seven days. 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 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 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. Waring MJ, Parsons D. Physico‐chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fibres. Biomaterials. 2001;22(9):903‐912.

WHRI5694 MS158 In-Vitro Performance Characteristics of AQUACEL ® Foam Pro & Competitor Dressings. Data of file, ConvaTec 2018. Water 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 The use of AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressing has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo.

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AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressings are not compatible with oil-based products or emollients such as petrolatum. a moisture retentive cover dressing such as DuoDERM™ Extra Thin in lightly to moderately exuding wounds; Waring MJ, Parsons D, Physico-chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fi bres. Biomaterials. 2001;22(9):903-912. The use of AQUACEL® Foam Dressing adhesive and non-adhesive has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo.