Medline Versatel Contact Layer Dressings, 10 Each per Box

Versatel Contact Layer Dressings, 10 Each per Box

Versatel contact layer dressings are non-adherent silicone contact dressings used as a primary dressing. They fit wound care settings where buyers want an atraumatic adhesive contact layer that helps reduce trauma from secondary dressing adherence and minimizes pain during removal. This option is intended for shallow or deep wounds without heavy drainage and may stay in place for up to 7 days.

Good Fit For

• Wound care protocols using a primary contact layer with an absorbent secondary dressing
• Lower-drainage wounds where gentler dressing removal is a priority
• Facilities managing chronic wounds, burns, cuts, lacerations, and surgical or trauma wounds

Key Features

• Non-adherent silicone contact dressing for use as a primary dressing
• Atraumatic adhesive helps reduce potential trauma from secondary dressing adherence
• Designed to help minimize pain during dressing removal
• Channels help fluid transfer to an absorbent dressing
• Suitable for shallow or deep wounds with no heavy drainage
• Wear time may extend up to 7 days

Applications and Usage

• Abrasions
• Chronic wounds such as venous or pressure injuries
• First- and second-degree burns
• Blisters, cuts, and lacerations
• Surgical and trauma wounds

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Use only on wounds with no heavy drainage.
• Not for third-degree burns.
• Avoid use for individuals with known sensitivity to silicone.
• Not for surgical implantation.

FAQ

• What type of dressing is Versatel contact layer dressing? Versatel is a non-adherent silicone contact dressing used as a primary dressing.
• What kinds of wounds is this dressing used for? This dressing may be used for abrasions, chronic wounds such as venous or pressure injuries, first- and second-degree burns, blisters, cuts and lacerations, and surgical or trauma wounds.
• How long can the dressing stay in place? The dressing may be used for up to 7 days, based on the stated dressing change frequency.
• How does the dressing handle fluid? Channels in the dressing allow fluid to transfer to an absorbent dressing, which supports use with a secondary absorbent layer.
• Are there any situations where this dressing should not be used? Yes. It is contraindicated for third-degree burns, for individuals with known sensitivity to silicone, and for surgical implantation.

From Medline.