Smith & Nephew Foam Dressing Allevyn 8 X 8 Inch Without Border Film Backing Nonadhesive Square Sterile

Foam Dressing Allevyn 8 X 8 Inch Without Border Film Backing Nonadhesive Square Sterile

Allevyn foam dressing is a sterile, nonadhesive square dressing with film backing in an 8 x 8 inch size. It works well for clinicians and care settings that need a dressing that is easy to apply and remove, especially on fragile skin or areas where the dressing needs to conform to body contours. This version is without a border and can be cut to size for added flexibility.

Good Fit For

• Wound care on fragile skin
• Use under compression
• Sites where a dressing needs to conform to body contours
• Care settings that prefer a nonadhesive sterile foam dressing

Key Features

• Nonadhesive design helps with easy application and removal
• 8 x 8 inch square format gives coverage for larger dressing needs
• Can be cut to size for more flexible placement
• Conforms to body contours, which can help on hard-to-dress areas
• Suitable for use on fragile skin and under compression
• Breathable top film aids in preventing fluid and bacterial strikethrough

Applications and Usage

• Covering wounds with a sterile foam dressing in clinical care settings
• Managing wounds where high fluid handling capacity is important
• Using a dressing under compression while retaining fluid when compressed
• Selecting a dressing that can be trimmed to fit the treatment area

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 8 X 8 Inch.
• Material: Foam.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This dressing is nonadhesive, so buyers may need a separate method to secure it in place.
• The dressing is without a border, which may matter for buyers comparing bordered and non-bordered options.
• An 8 x 8 inch square size may be preferable when broader coverage is needed.

FAQ

• Can this foam dressing be cut to fit? Yes. Allevyn foam dressing can be cut to size, which helps when the treatment area does not match the full 8 x 8 inch square.
• Is this dressing adhesive? No. This is a nonadhesive foam dressing.
• Can this dressing be used on fragile skin? Yes. The product details state that it is suitable for use on fragile skin.
• Can this dressing be used under compression? Yes. The product details say it is suitable for use under compression and retains fluid when compressed.
• What backing does this dressing use? This dressing has film backing and a breathable top film that aids in the prevention of fluid and bacterial strikethrough.

From Allevyn by Smith & Nephew.