- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 0.48 lb
- Wound contact layer enables the dressing to be placed onto body while a secondary dressing is applied for retention
- Provides gentle adherence to intact skin as the hydrophobic nature of silicone ensures that it won’t adhere to a wet wound bed
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- MFR: Mediusa Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: CR4178
Frequently asked questions
Does this dressing cause pain when removed?
No, it is specifically engineered for pain-free removal. The Silfix soft silicone contact layer provides a gentle, atraumatic experience, ensuring that dressing changes remain comfortable for the patient.
Can this be used under compression wraps?
Yes, absolutely. The dressing features a waterproof film backing that prevents strike-through, making it fully compatible with various compression therapy regimens.
Does it stick to the wound bed?
No, the advanced silicone interface is designed to prevent adherence to wet wound beds. It maintains gentle contact with the surrounding skin to protect it, without sticking to the wound itself.
Can I trim this to a different size?
Yes, the foam dressing is flexible and can be easily trimmed with sterile scissors to accommodate specific wound shapes or anatomical locations.
Does this require an extra layer to stay on?
Yes, because this is a non-adhesive dressing, it requires a secondary retention method. It works well when paired with bandages, medical tapes, or compression wraps to keep it securely in place.
Is the backing waterproof?
Yes, it features a waterproof film backing that acts as a reliable barrier against external contaminants while preventing fluid strike-through.
Is this suitable for heavily exuding wounds?
The dressing utilizes a hydrophilic foam structure that is designed to absorb exudate effectively, making it suitable for managing a wide range of exuding wounds.
Where is this dressing manufactured?
The Mediusa Advazorb Silfix dressings are manufactured in Great Britain to professional medical standards.
Is this product sterile?
Yes, every dressing is supplied as sterile to ensure it is safe for clinical and home wound care applications.
How many dressings come in a box?
Each box contains 10 individual sterile foam dressings.