Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to products for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers

Absorbent dressings

Aquacel Extra

Soft, sterile, non-woven pad or ribbon dressing composed of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethyl­cellulose). Absorbs wound fluid and transforms into a soft gel. Provides nine times stronger tensile strength and greater absorption compared with Aquacel.

Aquacel Foam

Adhesive and non-adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam dressings consisting of a waterproof outer polyurethane film and a multi-layered absorbent pad. The adhesive version has a silicone adhesive border. The multilayer absorbent pad contains a layer of polyurethane foam and a non-woven layer of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose).

Aquacel Foam Pro

Sterile sodium carboxymethylcellulose and foam wound dressing consisting of a waterproof outer polyurethane film and layers of polyurethane foam, Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) and perforated silicone adhesive

ConvaFoam Border

Adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam wound dressing, consisting of a showerproof, breathable outer polyurethane film, a multi-layered absorbent central pad and a perforated silicone adhesive skin contact border. The multi-layer absorbent pad contains polyurethane foam, superabsorbent fibres and a Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) wound contact layer.

ConvaFoam Non-Adhesive

Non-adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam wound dressing, consisting of a showerproof, breathable outer polyurethane film and a multi-layered absorbent central pad. The multi-layer absorbent pad contains polyurethane foam, superabsorbent fibres and a Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) wound contact layer.

ConvaFoam Silicone

Adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam wound dressing, consisting of a showerproof, breathable outer polyurethane film, a multi-layered absorbent central pad and a perforated silicone adhesive wound/skin contact layer. The multi-layer absorbent pad contains polyurethane foam, superabsorbent fibres and Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose).

ConvaMax Superabsorber

A superabsorber dressing that manages high levels of exudate, to maintain skin integrity and support healing by absorbing exudate through the skin contact layer, into the core which contains superabsorbent polymers where it locks the exudate into a gel. This means the fluid is retained, even under compression.

Cutimed Alginate

Sterile, non-medicated alginate dressing, consisting of calcium- and sodium-alginate.

Cutimed Gelling Fiber

Cutimed Gelling Fiber

A soft, hydrophilic, sterile, nonwoven, gel forming pad or ribbon dressing composed of sodium carboxymethylcellulose and enhanced fibers for strengthening.

Cutimed Sorbion Border

A superabsorbent wound dressing with high tack silicone border for quick and easy application.

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet XL

A superabsorbent wound dressing designed to fit large wound areas e.g. circumferential leg ulcer.

Kerracel

A sterile, gelling fibre dressing made from carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). The non-woven gelling fibres absorb exudate from the wound, turning them into a soft gel that maintains a moist wound management environment.

Kerramax Care

Comprises a soft, non-woven outer contact layers for comfort with a superabsorbent core to lock in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. The dressing also features a horizontal wicking layer and a heat-sealed border. Suitable for use under all forms of compression.

Kerramax Care Border Adhesive

Comprises a soft, non-woven outer contact layer with a superabsorbent core to lock in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. The dressing also features a horizontal wicking layer. It is secured with an outer foam layer that is coated with an acrylic adhesive border.

Tegaderm Alginate

Alginate dressings that helps to maintain a moist wound healing environment in medium to heavily exuding wounds. The dressing is highly conformable, soft, absorbent, sterile, primary wound dressing. In reaction with wound exudate, it forms a gelatinous mass which maintains a moist healing environment. The high-integrity design helps to provide structure to the dressing upon removal.

Tegaderm Foam

Highly absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with semipermeable film backing layer. 3M logos indicate upper surface of dressing. Available in a variety of sizes and styles. Suitable for use under compression. Special shapes available for tube exit sites and circumferential leg ulcers.

Tegaderm Foam Adhesive

Highly absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with semipermeable film backing layer and adhesive border. Comprises four layers for high fluid absorption. Adapts to changing fluid levels in the wound to create a moist environment that promotes healing. The dressing is conformable and designed for easy application to difficult body contours, such as toes and fingers, without the need for cutting or taping.

UrgoStart Plus Border

Polyabsorbent fibre dressing containing soft-adherent TLC-NOSF Healing Matrix that jellifies in contact with wound exudate, reducing MMP levels and restoring balance to close wounds sooner, regardless of wound type. The polyabsorbent fibres bind, trap and retain exudate, slough and debris. Also contains a superabsorbent layer and a silicone border with showerproof backing.

UrgoStart Plus Pad

Polyabsorbent fibre pad containing soft-adherent TLC-NOSF Healing Matrix that jellifies in contact with wound exudate, reducing MMP levels and restoring balance to close wounds sooner, regardless of wound type. The polyabsorbent fibres bind, trap and retain exudate, slough and debris.