Convatec Silver Dressing Aquacel Ag Advantage 3/4 X 18 Inch Rope Sterile, 1/ EA

Silver Dressing Aquacel Ag Advantage 3/4 X 18 Inch Rope Sterile, 1/ EA

Aquacel Ag Advantage silver dressing is a sterile rope dressing for wound care. It is intended as an antimicrobial primary dressing for chronic and acute wounds that are infected or at risk of infection, including wounds with varying exudate levels. The dressing uses Hydrofiber Technology and offers sustained antimicrobial activity for up to 7 days.

Good Fit For

• Chronic wound management
• Acute wound care
• Wounds with varying exudate levels
• Sites where a rope dressing format is preferred

Key Features

• Antimicrobial primary dressing for chronic and acute wounds that are infected or at risk of infection
• Handles varying exudate levels to support different wound drainage needs
• Hydrofiber Technology absorbs wound fluid and creates a soft gel to maintain a moist wound environment
• Locks in exudate and bacteria to help minimize maceration and cross infection
• Micro-contours to the wound bed to help eliminate dead space where bacteria can grow
• Sustained antimicrobial activity in the dressing for up to 7 days

Applications and Usage

• Managing infected wounds with an antimicrobial primary dressing
• Supporting wounds at risk of infection
• Absorbing wound fluid while maintaining a moist wound environment
• Helping reduce pain associated with dressing changes
• Filling or conforming to wound areas with a rope dressing

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 4 X 18 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This product is a primary dressing, so buyers should confirm whether a secondary dressing is needed for their protocol.
• The rope format may be useful when a dressing needs to contour to the wound bed.
• Sustained antimicrobial activity is noted for up to 7 days, which may affect dressing-change planning.

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this silver dressing intended for? This silver dressing is intended for chronic and acute wounds that are infected or at risk of infection.
• Can this dressing be used on wounds with different drainage levels? Yes. The dressing is indicated for wounds with varying exudate levels.
• How does the dressing manage wound fluid? Hydrofiber Technology absorbs wound fluid and forms a soft gel, which helps maintain a moist wound environment.
• How long does the antimicrobial activity last? The dressing provides sustained antimicrobial activity for up to 7 days.
• Is this dressing sterile? Yes. This dressing is sterile.

From Aquacel Ag Advantage by Convatec.