Convatec Calcium Alginate Dressing Kaltostat® 2 x 2" Square Calcium Alginate Sterile, 10 EA/BX

Calcium Alginate Dressing Kaltostat® 2 x 2" Square Calcium Alginate Sterile, 10 EA/BX

Kaltostat calcium alginate dressing is a sterile square wound dressing for moderately to heavily draining wounds. It is a practical option for wound care settings that need a nonadhesive dressing for pressure ulcers, ulcers, donor sites, burns, surgical incisions, abrasions, lacerations, and other traumatic wounds. This version is a 2 x 2 inch size.

Good Fit For

• Wound care for moderately to heavily draining wounds
• Pressure ulcer and ulcer management
• Post-procedure care for donor sites and surgical incisions
• Treatment areas involving abrasions, lacerations, burns, or traumatic wounds

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing helps absorb wound exudate from moderately to heavily draining wounds
• Nonadhesive format can suit wound care workflows where an adhesive border is not wanted
• Sterile dressing supports use where a sterile product is required
• 2 x 2 inch square size works for smaller wound areas
• May be used for a wide range of wound types, including pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, arterial and diabetic ulcers

Applications and Usage

• Managing exudate in Stage II and IV pressure ulcers
• Dressing venous, arterial, and diabetic ulcers
• Covering donor sites and superficial burn wounds
• Supporting care of surgical incisions, abrasions, and lacerations
• Using on traumatic wounds that need an absorbent nonadhesive dressing

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This dressing is intended for moderately to heavily draining wounds based on the product details
• Nonadhesive dressings may require a separate method of securement depending on facility protocol
• The 2 x 2 inch size is best matched to wound area and dressing plan

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this calcium alginate dressing used for? Kaltostat calcium alginate dressing may be used for Stage II and IV pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, arterial and diabetic ulcers, donor sites, superficial burn wounds, surgical incisions, abrasions, lacerations, and traumatic wounds.
• Is this dressing adhesive? No. Kaltostat is a nonadhesive dressing.
• Is this dressing sterile? Yes. This Kaltostat dressing is sterile.
• What wound drainage level is this dressing intended for? Kaltostat is intended for moderately to heavily draining wounds because it is designed to absorb wound exudate.
• What size is this dressing? This dressing is 2 x 2 inch and square.

From Kaltostat by Convatec.