3M Steri-Strip™ Reinforced Adhesive Skin Closures - 1/2" x 4"

Steri-Strip reinforced adhesive skin closures are sterile skin closure strips for supporting wounds. They are a practical choice for clinicians and medical facilities looking for a non-invasive closure option that is breathable, comfortable to wear, and quick to apply. This version is a reinforced strip format in a 1/2 inch x 4 inch size with hypoallergenic adhesive.

Key Features

• Reinforced skin closure strips help support wounds
• Non-invasive design helps reduce scarring and risk of infection as compared to sutures and staples
• Sterile, breathable construction supports patient comfort during wear
• Hypoallergenic adhesive can be a better fit where skin sensitivity is a concern
• Fast application can help streamline wound closure workflow
• May permit early staple or suture removal

Good Fit For

• Wound closure workflows that call for a non-invasive option
• Clinical settings where fast application is important
• Cases where breathable, comfortable wear is preferred

Applications and Usage

• Supporting wound closure with reinforced adhesive strips
• Using a non-invasive alternative to sutures or staples when appropriate
• Helping allow earlier staple or suture removal

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: PK.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This product is a reinforced skin closure strip rather than a suture, staple, or liquid skin adhesive.
• The strip uses a hypoallergenic adhesive, which may matter for patients with adhesive sensitivity concerns.
• Buyers selecting by procedure or wound size should note the 1/2 inch x 4 inch strip dimensions.

FAQ

• Are these skin closures sterile? Yes. These Steri-Strip reinforced adhesive skin closures are sterile.
• What size are these Steri-Strip closures? Each strip is 1/2 inch x 4 inch.
• How do these compare with sutures or staples? According to the product details, the non-invasive design helps reduce scarring and the risk of infection as compared to sutures and staples, while providing less tissue trauma and better cosmetic outcomes.
• Are these comfortable for patients to wear? Yes. The product details state that the closures are breathable and comfortable to wear.
• Do these use a hypoallergenic adhesive? Yes. These skin closure strips use a hypoallergenic adhesive.

From Steri-Strip by 3M.