Hydrogel
Hydrogel dressings, are available in sheet or gel forms and are designed to hydrate necrotic tissue while protecting the wound. They are best suited for shallow wounds with low to moderate exudate such as pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, burns. By maintaining optimal moisture and protecting wound edges, they support faster healing and require a secondary dressing for best results
Product Description
Hydrogel dressings, available in sheet or gel forms, are composed of starch and polyacrylamide, containing approximately 94% water. These dressings are ideal for shallow wounds with low exudate and effectively hydrate necrotic tissue. They require a secondary dressing for optimal use.
- Applications: Suitable for wounds with low to moderate exudate, including:
- Pressure ulcers
- Surgical wounds
- Burns
- Partial-thickness and full-thickness wounds
- Features:
- Maintains a moist environment conducive to wound healing.
- Absorbs wound exudate.
- Provides a protective barrier against contaminants.
- Key benefits include:
- M – Moisture: The process of maintaining the right level of moisture in the wound to promote cell migration, prevent desiccation, and reduce the risk of maceration.
- E – Edge of Wound: Protecting the edges of the wound from damage, maceration, and further breakdown to support epithelialization and prevent wound expansion.
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