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- Weight: 0.2 lb
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Convatec
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 421557
- Phone: 800‐422‐8811
Frequently asked questions
How many dressings come in one box?
All available configurations of the Convatec Foamlite Dressing are consistently packaged with 10 individual dressings per box.
This standard quantity ensures you have a reliable supply of the specialized, thin foam dressing intended for the management of low to non-exuding chronic and acute wounds.
Is this dressing suitable for wounds with increasing fluid drainage?
The Convatec Foamlite Dressing is specifically engineered for wounds exhibiting low to non-exuding (minimal) fluid drainage. Due to its thin foam construction, this dressing is not suitable for managing wounds where the fluid drainage (exudate) is increasing or becomes moderate to high. If you observe significant or increasing exudate, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional for guidance on switching to a more absorbent wound care product.
Is the Foamlite dressing designed for low-exuding wounds?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing is specifically engineered for the management of chronic and acute wounds that exhibit low to non-exuding characteristics (minimal fluid drainage).
Its thin foam construction provides necessary cushioning and fluid management without being overly bulky. Key features supporting this targeted use include:
- Highly Conformable: The dressing is flexible, allowing it to fit well over awkward body contours, ensuring continuous coverage.
- Gentle Adhesion: It uses a perforated, skin-friendly silicone adhesive that minimizes trauma upon removal, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
- Breathable Film: Incorporated to effectively manage the immediate wound environment.
Does the Convatec Foamlite Dressing have a gentle adhesive?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing features a gentle, skin-friendly adhesive system.
It utilizes a perforated silicone adhesive layer specifically designed for sensitive skin contact and comfortable wear. The key advantages of this adhesive include:
- Minimized Trauma: The silicone formulation helps reduce discomfort and potential damage to the surrounding skin upon dressing removal.
- Secure & Gentle Hold: It provides reliable adhesion necessary for continuous wear while remaining gentle on the skin.
- High Conformability: The adhesive layer works with the thin foam structure to ensure the dressing conforms well to challenging body contours, maintaining consistent coverage.
Is the dressing highly conformable to the body?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing is designed with high flexibility to ensure optimal fit. It is highly conformable, allowing the thin foam to easily adapt to various body contours and challenging curves. This design is crucial for ensuring consistent coverage and secure placement, especially over difficult or awkward areas of the body.
What sizes and shapes are offered?
The Convatec Foamlite Dressing is available in several adhesive configurations (both square and rectangular) designed to conform well to various body contours. All variants utilize a gentle, perforated silicone adhesive and are packaged 10 dressings per box.
The available shapes and dimensions are:
- Square Dressings:
- 3 1/4” x 3 1/4”
- 4” x 4”
- 6” x 6”
- Rectangular Dressing:
- 2” x 4.8”
Does this dressing use a breathable film?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing features a breathable film as part of its construction.
This film layer works in conjunction with the thin foam core to effectively manage the local dressing environment. This design is crucial for handling chronic and acute wounds with low or non-existent fluid drainage, ensuring appropriate conditions for wound care.
Does the Foamlite dressing have a thin, discreet profile?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing is specifically engineered with a thin foam construction to provide a low, discreet profile.
Key features ensuring discretion and comfort include:
- Thin Design: The low bulkiness enhances patient comfort and ensures the dressing is discreet when worn under clothing.
- High Conformability: The flexible design allows the dressing to adapt smoothly to curved or uneven body surfaces and contours, maintaining a subtle and secure fit in difficult-to-dress areas.
- Gentle Adhesion: It uses a perforated, skin-friendly silicone adhesive for secure placement with gentle removal.
What materials are used in the dressing?
The Convatec Foamlite Dressing is primarily made of foam material for the dressing itself, with a perforated, gentle, skin-friendly silicone adhesive.
Is the silicone adhesive really skin-friendly?
Yes, the Convatec Foamlite Dressing features a perforated, gentle, skin-friendly silicone adhesive. This design is specifically engineered to minimize trauma to the skin upon removal, making it comfortable for patients while ensuring effective adhesion.