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Description

The 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape adheres to dry skin to help prevent fluids from running under drape and patient, minimizing the risk of body fluid exposure to healthcare personnel and making clean up easier.

Features

3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape Features

  • Polyethylene film helps create a barrier to inhibit fluid strikethrough and help provide a resistance to fluid strikethrough layer around the sterile field.
  • Conformable adhesive strip helps secure the drape, especially in hard-to-drape areas.
  • Matte finish helps reduce glare from drape surface.

Configurations

3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape Configurations

  • #1000: Small Towel Drape (sterile) - 17" x 11" (45 cm x 30 cm) [10/Box]
  • #1000NSD: Small Towel Drape (non-sterile) - 17" x 11" (45 cm x 30 cm) [100/Case].
  • #1010: Large Towel Drape (sterile) - 17" x 23" (45 cm x 60 cm) [10/Box].
  • #1010NSD: Large Towel Drape (non-sterile) - 17" x 23" (45 cm x 60 cm) [100/Case].
  • #9084: Adhesive Towel Drape - 29" x 29" (75 cm x 75 cm) [40/Box].

Literature

3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape Literature

3M Surgical Drapes Selection Guide

Frequently asked questions

Does this surgical drape provide reliable fluid resistance?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape is specifically engineered to provide robust fluid barrier protection and help maintain the integrity of the sterile field during procedures. Its construction focuses on effective fluid management:

  • Polyethylene Film Barrier: The drape material uses a specialized polyethylene film that actively inhibits fluid strikethrough, reducing the risk of body fluid exposure for healthcare personnel.
  • Secure Adhesion: A conformable adhesive strip secures the drape firmly to dry skin, creating a seal that prevents fluids from running underneath the drape and the patient. This reliable adherence simplifies post-procedure cleanup.
Is the surgical drape available in sterile and non-sterile options?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape is designed for versatility and is available in both sterile and non-sterile configurations to meet various procedural requirements. These options cover the standard towel drape sizes:

  • Small Towel Drape (17” x 11”): Offered as sterile (10 units per box) or non-sterile (100 units per case).
  • Large Towel Drape (17” x 23”): Offered as sterile (10 units per box) or non-sterile (100 units per case).

This range ensures you can select the necessary sterility level and packaging volume for your clinical application.

What are the available drape sizes?

The 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape is available in multiple sizes and configurations to meet different procedural needs. The primary dimensions are:

  • Small Towel Drape: 17 inches x 11 inches (45 cm x 30 cm)
  • Large Towel Drape: 17 inches x 23 inches (45 cm x 60 cm)
  • Adhesive Towel Drape (Square): 29 inches x 29 inches (75 cm x 75 cm)
Does the drape securely adhere to skin?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape features a conformable adhesive strip that ensures secure adhesion to dry skin. This design helps to keep the drape in place, even in hard-to-drape areas, providing a reliable barrier during surgical procedures and preventing fluid runoff.

Does the drape have a matte finish to reduce glare?

The 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape features a matte finish, which reduces glare from the drape surface, enhancing visibility for healthcare professionals during surgical procedures.

Is the surgical drape fluid resistant?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape is specifically engineered to provide excellent fluid barrier protection.

This is achieved through a combination of design features:

  • Polyethylene Film Barrier: The primary material resists fluid strikethrough, helping to maintain the sterile field’s integrity.
  • Secure Adhesion: A conformable adhesive strip secures the drape firmly to dry skin, which prevents body fluids from running underneath and minimizes potential exposure risks for healthcare personnel.
Does the drape have a glare-reducing matte finish?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape features a specialized matte finish on the drape surface. This is a crucial design element that helps to reduce visual glare, ensuring that healthcare personnel maintain optimal focus and clear visibility within the sterile field under bright operating room lights.

Does the adhesive work on wet skin?

The adhesive on the 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape is designed to adhere effectively to dry skin. Ensuring the skin is dry prior to application will maximize adhesion and prevent fluids from running underneath the drape.

Is this drape ideal for maintaining a sterile field boundary?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape Surgical Towel Drape is specifically engineered for maintaining a secure, sterile field boundary during surgical procedures and clinical use.

Its design focuses on critical protection and stability:

  • Reliable Fluid Barrier: Constructed with polyethylene film, the drape actively inhibits fluid strikethrough, keeping the sterile field intact and minimizing potential exposure risk for healthcare personnel.
  • Secure Adhesion: A conformable adhesive strip ensures the drape secures firmly to dry skin. This prevents body fluids from running underneath and keeps the drape securely positioned, even in challenging anatomical areas.
  • Enhanced Visibility: The drape features a matte finish designed to reduce reflective glare in the operating environment.
Does the drape provide reliable fluid barrier protection?

Yes, the 3M Steri-Drape is engineered for effective fluid barrier protection to maintain the integrity of the sterile field and simplify cleanup. This is accomplished using two primary features:

  • Polyethylene Film: This material actively resists fluid strikethrough.
  • Conformable Adhesive Strip: The adhesive adheres securely to dry skin, preventing body fluids from running under the drape and minimizing exposure risk for healthcare personnel.