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5 unique layers with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, converts it into a gel, and locks it away
Highly conformable foam dressing with gentle silicone adhesive that can be lifted up and reapplied
Comfort and flexibility with a low-profile design and a moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR) that adjusts to the level of fluid and improves breathability
Design helps to collectively displace pressure when used with a pressure injury prevention protocol
Indications: partial and full-thickness wounds; contraindications: third-degree burns
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5 unique layers with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, converts it into a gel, and locks it away
Highly conformable foam dressing with gentle silicone adhesive that can be lifted up and reapplied
Comfort and flexibility with a low-profile design and a moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR) that adjusts to the level of fluid and improves breathability
Design helps to collectively displace pressure when used with a pressure injury prevention protocol
Indications: partial and full-thickness wounds; contraindications: third-degree burns
Optifoam Gentle helps ease the pain and trauma of dressing changes.
Featuring a specially-formulated silicone adhesive that helps keep it
in place, Optifoam’s absorbent core absorbs and retains fluid, and helps prevent shear and frictions.
Key benefits
Waterproof film acts as a bacterial barrier
Foam and superabsorbent core absorb and retain exudate
Silicone adhesive minimizes trauma and reduces pain upon wear or removal
Fact: Foam dressings help reduce hospital acquired pressure ulcers (HAPU).
Studies in the evaluation of the use of a foam dressing with silicone border on patients at risk for HAPU resulted in a significant reduction in pressure ulcers over a 3-month period with lower monthly incidence and enhanced prevention. 1
References:
1. Source: Butcher M., Thompson G. Can the use of dressing materials actually prevent pressure ulcers; presenting the evidence. Wounds UK. 2010; 6(1): 119-125.