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- Weight: 0.38 lb
- Designed to maintain a moist wound environment, which has been shown to enhance healing
- Ideal for use with pressure ulcers, skin tears, abrasions, donor sites, and superficial burns
- Transparent dressing allows for wound monitoring without changing the dressing
- Novel acrylic polymer pad technology designed to handle low to moderate wound drainage
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3M
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MPN: 90802
- Phone: (800) 228-3957
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Frequently asked questions
Is this dressing ideal for common skin injuries?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is specifically designed for managing several types of common skin injuries that produce low to moderate wound drainage.
It is indicated for use on:
- Pressure ulcers
- Skin tears
- Abrasions
- Donor sites
- Superficial burns
This dressing utilizes novel acrylic polymer pad technology to absorb exudate while maintaining an optimal moist environment, which supports the healing process. Additionally, its non-bulky design minimizes the risk of lifting or rolling caused by friction from linens or clothing.
Does the clear design allow continuous wound monitoring?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is specifically designed for transparent monitoring.
- Continuous Visual Assessment: The clear acrylic material allows for continuous visual inspection of the wound site and exudate without needing to remove or disturb the dressing.
- Minimizes Disruption: This continuous monitoring reduces the need for frequent dressing changes for inspection, which helps minimize trauma and contamination risks.
- Enhanced Healing Environment: By avoiding unnecessary removal, the dressing successfully maintains the optimal moist wound environment, which is clinically shown to support enhanced healing.
Does this dressing use advanced polymer technology?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm dressing features a novel acrylic polymer pad technology specifically engineered for advanced wound care.
This advanced material technology delivers several key benefits for wound healing:
- Enhanced Healing Environment: It maintains the optimal moist environment necessary to accelerate the natural healing process.
- Effective Absorption: The acrylic polymer pad is engineered to reliably manage low to moderate levels of wound drainage (exudate).
- Residue-Free Removal: The unique formulation ensures the dressing does not melt down or leave any adhesive residue on the skin upon removal, allowing for clean and gentle dressing changes.
Are various shapes and sizes available?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is available in a range of sizes and two distinct shapes—Oval and Square—to ensure optimal coverage and accommodation for various wound sites. Each box contains 5 sterile dressings.
The available shapes and their corresponding absorbent pad dimensions are:
| Shape | Pad Size (Inches) |
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| Oval | 1.5” x 2.25” |
| Oval | 2.375” x 3” |
| Oval | 3.375” x 4.25” |
| Square | 3.875” x 4” |
| Square | 5.875” x 6” |
Does the non-bulky design prevent rolling or lifting?
Yes, the non-bulky design is a key feature specifically engineered to minimize the risk of the dressing rolling or lifting. This ensures a secure and comfortable fit, even when exposed to friction from clothing or prosthetics.
Is the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing sterile?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is sterile.
Will this dressing leave residue on the wound after removal?
No, the unique formulation prevents the dressing from melting down or leaving residue on the wound.
Does the low-profile design prevent friction-related lifting?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing features a low-profile, non-bulky design engineered specifically to maintain security and reduce mechanical failure. This design effectively helps prevent common issues like dressing roll or lifting, which are often caused by friction from external sources such as linens, clothing, or prosthetic devices. This minimization of friction helps ensure the dressing stays securely in place and reduces disruption to the healing process.
Does the dressing use novel acrylic polymer technology?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing utilizes novel acrylic polymer pad technology. This advanced material is central to the dressing’s function, providing superior wound management:
- Moist Healing Environment: It is engineered to maintain the optimal moist environment needed to enhance the healing process.
- Drainage Management: The polymer pad effectively absorbs and manages low to moderate levels of wound exudate.
- Residue-Free Removal: The unique formulation prevents the dressing from melting down or leaving sticky adhesive residue upon removal.
- Non-Bulky Design: The technology allows for a low-profile design that minimizes the chance of the dressing rolling or lifting due to friction from clothing or bedding.
Does this dressing enhance the healing process?
Yes, the 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is engineered to significantly enhance the healing process by creating an optimal environment for the wound.
Key ways it promotes effective healing include:
- Optimal Moist Environment: It actively maintains a moist wound environment, which is clinically recognized as crucial for optimizing natural healing.
- Effective Drainage Management: The dressing uses novel acrylic polymer technology to effectively absorb and manage low to moderate wound drainage (exudate).
- Reduced Trauma: The transparent design allows for continuous visual inspection of the wound without needing to remove the dressing, minimizing disruption and potential trauma to the healing tissue.
- Secure, Low Profile: Its non-bulky design resists rolling or lifting caused by external friction, ensuring the dressing remains securely in place to maintain the optimal healing conditions.
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