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

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

This calcium alginate dressing with antimicrobial silver is a sterile rope dressing for wound packing and fluid management. It fits care settings that need an absorbent dressing for moderate to heavy exudate and for filling dead space in a wound. The 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 or filling wound dead space
• Wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Care settings that require sterile wound dressings
• Latex-sensitive environments

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 dead space in a wound
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking and supports one-piece removal
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Packing a wound where dead space needs to be filled
• Managing moderate to heavy wound drainage
• Using under a secondary dressing to help secure the alginate in place

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 1.9 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Do not reuse.
• The rope may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.

FAQ

• Can this dressing be used to pack a wound? Yes. The rope shape can be used to fill or pack dead space in a wound.
• What level of drainage is this dressing meant to handle? This calcium alginate dressing helps absorb moderate to heavy amounts of wound exudate.
• Does this dressing need a cover dressing? 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 fit the wound size? Yes. The dressing may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Is this dressing sterile and latex free? Yes. This dressing is sterile and not made with natural rubber latex.

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