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

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This wound dressing should not be used with other wound care products without first consulting a health care professional. WHRI5694 MS158 In-Vitro Performance Characteristics of AQUACEL ® Foam Pro & Competitor Dressings. Data of file, ConvaTec 2018. The use of AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressing has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo. This device is for single use only and should not be reused. Reuse may lead to increased risk of infection or cross-contamination. Physical properties of the dressing may no longer be optimal for intended use. This wound dressing should not be used with other wound care products without first consulting a health care professional. 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).

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. A waterproof top layer that permits evaporation of excess moisture while protecting against viral/bacterial penetration allowing the patient to shower and bathe

AQUACEL® Foam Pro

The use of AQUACEL® Foam Dressing adhesive and non-adhesive has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo. AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressings are not compatible with oil-based products or emollients such as petrolatum.

Dressings can be changed as needed, depending on the level of exudate or as directed by a healthcare professional. Do not use AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressings with oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or hypochlorite solutions. 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.

AQUACEL® foam Dressing - waterproofness, bacterial and viral barrier testing. WHRI3538 MS069. Data on File, ConvaTec Inc. Data on file In-vitro Performance Characteristics of AQUACEL ® Foam Pro WHRI4536 MS129. 25th November 2015.

be left in place for up to 14 days or until clinically indicated. If the burn is infected, frequent 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 addition of ionic silver provides the ability to kill a broad spectrum of wound-related microbes in the dressing through: Should you observe irritation (reddening, inflammation), maceration (whitening of the skin) or hypergranulation (excess tissue formation), consult a health care professional. 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.

AQUACEL® Foam Dressing

Should you observe irritation (reddening, inflammation), maceration (whitening of skin) or hypergranulation (excess tissue formation), consult a health care professional.