Medline Versatel Contact Layer Dressings, 50 Each per Case

Versatel Contact Layer Dressings, 50 Each per Case

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 layer that helps reduce potential trauma from secondary dressing adherence and minimizes pain during removal. This 2 inch x 3 inch option is latex free and may stay in place for up to 7 days.

Good Fit For

• Wound care protocols using a primary contact layer under an absorbent dressing
• Abrasions, blisters, cuts, and lacerations
• Chronic wounds such as venous or pressure injuries
• First- and second-degree burns, surgical wounds, and trauma wounds

Key Features

• Non-adherent silicone contact dressing for use as a primary dressing
• Silicone-based atraumatic adhesive helps reduce potential trauma during dressing removal
• Channels help fluid transfer to an absorbent dressing
• Suitable for shallow or deep wounds with no heavy drainage
• May be used for up to 7 days
• Latex free for facilities that prefer latex-free wound care products

Applications and Usage

• Using a contact layer over shallow or deep wounds without heavy drainage
• Supporting dressing changes where reduced pain during removal is important
• Managing wound sites that need fluid to transfer to a secondary absorbent dressing
• Covering burns, abrasions, and lacerations with a non-adherent primary dressing

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Not for wounds with heavy drainage
• Do not use on third-degree burns
• Avoid use for individuals with known sensitivity to silicone
• Not for surgical implantation

FAQ

• What type of dressing is this? This is a non-adherent silicone contact dressing intended for use as a primary dressing.
• How long can the dressing stay in place? Versatel contact layer dressings may be used for up to 7 days.
• What kinds of wounds is this dressing used for? The dressing may be used for abrasions, chronic wounds such as venous or pressure injuries, first- and second-degree burns, blisters, cuts and lacerations, surgical wounds, and trauma wounds.
• Can this dressing be used on heavily draining wounds? No. This dressing is intended for shallow or deep wounds with no heavy drainage.
• Are there any important contraindications? Yes. Do not use this dressing on third-degree burns, for individuals with known sensitivity to silicone, or for surgical implantation.

From Medline.