ConvaTec Aquacel Adhesive Foam Dressing 5" X 5" Quantity of 5 REF:420619

Description

AQUACEL
®
Dressings
AQUACEL
®
Foam
Everything you love about foam — and more.
Only AQUACEL
®
Foam dressings offer comfort, simplicity and the healing benefits of a Hydrofiber™ contact layer.
AQUACEL
®
Foam dressings give you:
A waterproof top layer that permits evaporation of excess moisture while protecting against viral/bacterial penetration,*
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allowing the patient to shower and bathe
A soft, absorbent foam pad to enhance patient comfort and absorb excess fluid
A Hydrofiber™ layer with ionic silver that gels on contact with wound fluid and helps provide an optimal environment for wound healing
A gentle silicone adhesive that provides secure, skin-friendly adhesion, easy removal and demonstrated low potential for dermal irritation or allergic contact sensitization
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The Hydrofiber™ interface in AQUACEL
®
Foam dressing:
Reduces pain while dressing is in situ
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In its gelled state, supports non-traumatic dressing removal
Does not damage tender, granulating wound tissue during dressing changes
Upon removal, results in low cellular adhesion in both wet and dry environments*
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What’s more, AQUACEL
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Foam dressings can be used as part of a comprehensive protocol to help protect patients from skin breakdown tied to friction and moisture, including complications such as pressure ulcers.
ConvaTec Hydrofiber™ Technology gives AQUACEL
®
dressings powerful capabilities.