Molnlycke Healthcare Calcium Alginate Dressing with Silver Melgisorb Ag 1.2" x 18" Rectangle Sterile, 10 EA/BX

Calcium Alginate Dressing with Silver Melgisorb Ag 1.2" x 18" Rectangle Sterile, 10 EA/BX

Melgisorb Ag calcium alginate dressing with silver is a sterile wound dressing for moderate to heavily exuding partial- to full-thickness wounds. Buyers may choose it when they need an absorbent dressing that forms a hydrophilic gel on contact with exudate to help reduce lateral wicking and support a moist wound environment. This rectangle dressing measures 1.2 x 18 inch and uses ionic silver with sustained release for up to 14 days.

Good Fit For

• Managing moderate to heavily exuding wounds
• Partial- to full-thickness wound care
• When a long, narrow dressing format is needed
• Sterile wound care workflows

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing with silver for moderate to heavily exuding partial- to full-thickness wounds
• Absorbent design forms a hydrophilic gel on contact with exudate
• Helps stop lateral wicking of exudate, which may reduce periwound maceration
• Supports a moist wound environment conducive to wound healing
• Sustained silver release for up to 14 days
• Sterile rectangle format in a 1.2 x 18 inch size

Applications and Usage

• Covering moderate to heavily exuding partial-thickness wounds
• Covering moderate to heavily exuding full-thickness wounds
• Managing wound exudate while helping maintain a moist wound environment
• Using a long rectangle dressing where 1.2 x 18 inch sizing fits the wound area

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This dressing is intended for moderate to heavily exuding partial- to full-thickness wounds.
• The 1.2 x 18 inch rectangle size is a key selection point for fit and coverage.
• Silver release is described for up to 14 days, which may affect dressing selection and care planning.

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this dressing meant for? This calcium alginate dressing with silver is intended for moderate to heavily exuding partial- to full-thickness wounds.
• How does the dressing handle exudate? On contact with wound exudate, the dressing creates a hydrophilic gel. That gel helps stop lateral wicking of exudate and may help reduce periwound maceration.
• Does this dressing support a moist wound environment? Yes. The product details state that it provides a moist environment conducive to wound healing.
• How long does the silver release last? The product details state sustained silver release for up to 14 days.
• What size is this dressing? This dressing measures 1.2 x 18 inch and comes in a rectangle shape.

From Melgisorb Ag by Molnlycke Healthcare.