- Condition: Factory New
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- Weight: 1.52 lb
- Changes to a fibrous gel when in contact with wound exudate
- Absorbs up to 15 times its own weight
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Dynarex
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MPN: 3026
- Phone: (888) 396-2739
Frequently asked questions
How does the dressing promote wound healing?
The Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing optimizes wound healing by creating a controlled moist environment and managing high levels of drainage through a unique mechanism:
- Gel Transformation: Upon contact with wound exudate, the calcium alginate transforms into a soft, fibrous gel. This maintains an optimal moist wound environment and encourages natural debridement.
- High Absorbency: The dressing is engineered for superior drainage management, capable of absorbing up to 15 times its own weight.
- Non-Adherence: The resulting gel contours to the wound bed without adhering to the tissue, ensuring removal is gentle and non-traumatic.
This sterile product is specifically indicated for highly exudating wounds classified as Stages 3 and 4 (affecting skin tissue, bone, and muscle).
Does this dressing conform to and not stick to the wound?
Yes, the Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing is designed to be non-adherent, meaning it will not stick to the wound bed. As it transforms into a soft gel, it also contours closely to the wound, ensuring effective coverage and minimizing trauma during dressing changes.
Does this dressing offer high absorbency?
Yes, the Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing is highly absorbent, capable of absorbing up to 15 times its own weight. This exceptional absorbency effectively manages wound drainage and helps maintain an optimal moist environment for healing.
Is the dressing suitable for deep wounds (Stages 3 & 4)?
The Dynarex DynaGinate dressing is specifically indicated for advanced wound care, promoting an optimal moist healing environment for deeper wounds. It is highly suitable for:
- Wound Stages 3 and 4: This includes wounds affecting skin tissue, bone, and muscle.
Its mechanism involves transforming into a soft, non-adherent fibrous gel upon contact with exudate, effectively managing moderate to heavy drainage (absorbing up to 15 times its weight) and supporting natural debridement. It is often recommended for high-risk patients, such as those who are bedridden or diabetic.
What wound stages is this dressing intended for?
This dressing is specifically intended for managing Stage 3 and Stage 4 wounds that are moderately to heavily exuding.
Its design allows it to effectively manage drainage by:
- Absorbing up to 15 times its own weight.
- Transforming into a non-adherent, soft, fibrous gel upon contact with exudate, which maintains the optimal moist healing environment and encourages natural debridement.
It is suitable for use on skin tissue, bone, and muscle wounds, and is often recommended for high-risk patients, such as those who are bedridden or dealing with diabetes.
Is this dressing suitable for specific patient needs?
This dressing is highly suitable for patients who are bedridden, diabetic, or have chronic venous insufficiency. It’s designed to treat stage 3 and 4 wounds affecting skin tissue, bone, and muscle, creating an optimal moist environment for healing.
Are versatile sizes and formats available?
Yes, the Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing is offered in various formats to effectively manage both surface and deep wounds. You can choose from sheet pads for covering large areas or a rope configuration for packing deeper cavities.
Available sizes and case quantities are:
| Format | Dimensions | Units Per Case |
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| Sheet (Pad) | 2” x 2” | 120 |
| Sheet (Pad) | 4.25” x 4.25” | 120 |
| Sheet (Pad) | 4” x 8” | 60 |
| Rope | 2 g x 30 cm | 60 |
Does this dressing come in multiple sizes?
Yes, the Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing is supplied in several sterile sizes and formats to suit different wound applications, including pads for coverage and a rope format for packing deeper wounds.
The available configurations are:
| Size/Format | Configuration | Units per Case |
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| 2” x 2” | Pad | 120 |
| 4.25” x 4.25” | Pad | 120 |
| 4” x 8” | Pad | 60 |
| 2 g x 30 cm | Rope (for packing) | 60 |
What material is the DynaGinate dressing made from?
The Dynarex DynaGinate dressing is made from Calcium Alginate.
This material is crucial for wound healing because, upon contact with wound exudate, it converts into a soft, fibrous gel. This action provides several benefits:
- Optimal Healing Environment: It maintains a moist wound bed, which is essential for promoting healing.
- Natural Debridement: The gelling action helps facilitate the natural cleansing of the wound.
- Non-Adherence: The resulting gel conforms closely to the wound bed without sticking to the tissue, allowing for gentle removal.
Is the dressing suitable for Stages 3 and 4 wounds?
Yes, the Dynarex DynaGinate Calcium Alginate Dressing is specifically indicated for the management of severe wound stages.
- It is suitable for use on wounds classified as Stage 3 and Stage 4, including those involving skin tissue, bone, and muscle.
- Its calcium alginate material transforms into a soft, fibrous gel upon contact with exudate, which helps maintain an optimal moist environment for healing and supports natural debridement.
- Due to its high absorbency, it is ideal for wounds presenting with moderate to heavy drainage. It is often recommended for patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, venous insufficiency, or those who are bedridden.