MEPILEX Border Sacrum Ag foam dressing 18x18 cm ster., 5 pcs

Instructions for use for MEPILEX Border Sacrum Ag foam dressing 18x18 cm ster., 5 pcs

Instructions for use of the article Mepilex Border Sacrum Ag Foam dressing 18x18 cm: - Mepilex Border Sacrum Ag is an antimicrobial foam dressing suitable for heavily exuding wounds in the sacral region, such as pressure ulcers with signs of infection. - The dressing adheres gently thanks to Safetac technology and minimises pain during dressing changes. - It absorbs and retains exudate to maintain a moist wound environment and minimise the risk of maceration. - The dressing fights infection with antimicrobial silver technology. - It is soft, conformable and waterproof, specifically designed for the sacral region. - Mepilex Border Sacrum Ag should be used on heavily exuding wounds in the sacral region with evidence of infection, particularly for the treatment of pressure ulcers. - By maintaining a moist wound environment, the healing process is facilitated and accelerated. - Silver technology kills 99.9 percent of all bacteria for a duration of 7 days. - The dressing minimises the risk of maceration and post-operative complications. - It is also suitable for use in combination with gels. - Mepilex Border Sacrum Ag can be more cost effective as it requires fewer dressing changes and reduces patient pain. - The dressing is used when there is evidence of infection or an increased risk of infection, for the treatment of highly exuding wounds such as pressure ulcers, for more efficient exudate management and to reduce the risk of postoperative infections and complications.