McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver 3/4" x 12" Rope Sterile, 5/BX 10BX/CS

Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver 3/4" x 12" Rope Sterile, 5/BX 10BX/CS

This calcium alginate dressing with antimicrobial silver is a sterile rope dressing for wound packing and fluid management. It is a practical choice for care settings managing wounds with moderate to heavy exudate, especially when dead space needs to be filled or packed. This 3/4 inch x 12 inch rope may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions, and a secondary dressing is needed to keep it in place.

Good Fit For

• Packing wounds with dead space
• Managing moderate to heavy wound exudate
• Facilities that require sterile wound dressings
• Setups where dressings may need trimming to fit

Key Features

• Calcium alginate rope dressing with silver for wound packing applications
• Helps absorb moderate to heavy wound exudate for fluid management
• May help control minor bleeding during wound care
• Rope format can fill or pack wound dead space
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking to the wound bed for one-piece removal
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Packing or filling wound dead space during dressing changes
• Managing wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Using under a secondary dressing to help protect the wound from outside contaminants

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 1.9 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and protect the wound.
• This dressing may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Do not reuse.

FAQ

• Can this dressing be used for wound packing? Yes. This rope dressing can be used to fill or pack dead space in a wound.
• What level of exudate is this dressing meant to handle? This calcium alginate dressing helps absorb moderate to heavy amounts of wound exudate.
• Does this dressing need a secondary cover? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Can the rope be cut to size? Yes. The dressing may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Is this dressing sterile and latex-free? Yes. The dressing is sterile and not made with natural rubber latex.

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