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

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Colonization of chronic wounds is common and is not a contraindication to the use of the dressing. The dressing may be used on infected wounds under medical supervision together with appropriate therapy and frequent monitoring of the wound. Do not use AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressings with oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or hypochlorite solutions.

The use of AQUACEL® Foam Pro dressing has not been studied in wounds due to herpes simplex or impetigo. Treatment of the wound types listed above should only be under the supervision of a health care professional. Only AQUACEL ® Foam dressing offers comfort and simplicity, plus the healing benefits of an AQUACEL ® interfaceWalker 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. be left in place for up to 14 days or until clinically indicated. If the burn is infected, frequent 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). 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). 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

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 a moisture retentive cover dressing such as DuoDERM™ Extra Thin in lightly to moderately exuding wounds;

g. For difficult to dress anatomical locations, such as the heel or the sacrum, the specially shaped adhesive dressings may be used. reformation of biofilm (as demonstrated in vitro) and increases the efficiency of silver transfer to