McKesson Silver Gelling Fiber Dressing 8 X 12 Inch Rectangle Sterile

Silver Gelling Fiber Dressing 8 X 12 Inch Rectangle Sterile

This silver gelling fiber dressing is a sterile rectangular wound dressing for exudate management in a wide range of wound types. It fits clinical wound care settings where buyers need an antibacterial silver dressing that conforms to the wound bed and helps maintain a moist wound environment. This 8 X 12 inch non-adhesive dressing uses ionic silver and may remain in place for up to 7 days when appropriate.

Good Fit For

• Managing wounds with exudate in clinical care settings
• Wounds that are infected or at risk of infection
• Facilities that prefer sterile, single-use silver dressings
• Applications needing a large 8 X 12 inch rectangular dressing

Key Features

• Ionic silver dressing supports exudate management and broad-spectrum antimicrobial action
• Gelling fiber sheet absorbs wound exudate and forms a soft gel that conforms to the wound bed
• CMC-based construction with reinforcement layer helps the dressing stay intact during removal
• Non-adhesive, borderless rectangular format works well when a secondary fixation method is preferred
• Sterile, individually packaged design supports single-use clinical application
• Higher absorbency may help reduce dressing change frequency and clinician time

Applications and Usage

• Pressure ulcers
• Venous and arterial leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Post-operative surgical wounds
• First- and second-degree burns

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: 5 Count.
• Size: 8 X 12 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This dressing is non-adhesive and without a border, so securement may require a separate secondary dressing or fixation method.
• The dressing may remain in place for up to 7 days when appropriate, which can affect dressing-change planning.
• Single-use sterile packaging supports one-time application per dressing.
• Not made with natural rubber latex.

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this silver gelling fiber dressing intended to manage? This dressing is indicated for a wide variety of wound types, including pressure ulcers, venous and arterial leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, graft and donor sites, post-operative surgical wounds, first- and second-degree burns, and cavity wounds.
• How does the dressing handle wound exudate? The gelling fiber material absorbs exudate and forms a soft gel that conforms closely to the wound bed while helping maintain a moist wound environment.
• Is this dressing adhesive? No. This is a non-adhesive dressing without a border.
• How long can the dressing stay in place? This dressing may remain in place for up to 7 days when appropriate.
• Is the dressing sterile and latex free? Yes. Each dressing is sterile for single use and is not made with natural rubber latex.

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