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Description

Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (Hcs) Dressing. A novel hybrid hydrogel/hydrocolloid dressing. Half water and glycerin for standard hydrogel cooling and soothing application while hydrating dry to lightly exuding wounds. Half sodium CMC and super absorbent polymer blend for impressive absorption. This "smart dressing" can be used on dry to moderately exuding wounds, cutting down the number of dressings needed. The dressing minimizes lateral wicking, reducing maceration. Wound fluid is locked into the dressing.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
GEN-86433 86433 Sterile, 3" x 3", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs HCS Adhesive Dressing, Sterile, 3" x 3", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks
GEN-86344 86344 Sterile, 4.3" x 4.3", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs HCS Adhesive Dressing, Sterile, 4.3" x 4.3", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs 1-2 Weeks
GEN-86388 86388 Sterile, 8" x 8", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs HCS Adhesive Dressing, Sterile, 8" x 8", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks
GEN-86466 86466 Sterile, 6" x 6", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs HCS Adhesive Dressing, Sterile, 6" x 6", 10/bx, 4 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Is this hybrid dressing suitable for varied wound conditions?

Yes, the Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) Dressing is a versatile “smart dressing” specifically engineered to manage wounds ranging from dry to moderately exuding.

Its hybrid structure provides dual functionality to adapt to the wound bed:

  • For Dry or Lightly Exuding Wounds: The hydrogel component (water and glycerin) offers a cooling, soothing effect to promote hydration.
  • For Moderately Exuding Wounds: The blend of Sodium CMC and super absorbent polymers provides impressive capacity for fluid absorption.

Furthermore, the dressing is designed to minimize lateral wicking, ensuring exudate is locked into the dressing structure. This effective fluid retention helps to reduce the risk of maceration of the surrounding skin.

Does this dressing help prevent skin maceration?

Yes, the Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) Dressing is specifically engineered to protect the surrounding healthy skin and reduce the risk of maceration.

It achieves this through critical design features focused on managing fluid retention:

  • Minimizes Lateral Wicking: The dressing technology actively prevents wound fluid from spreading laterally across the skin surrounding the wound bed.
  • Locks in Exudate: Wound fluid is securely locked into the dressing’s core structure, utilizing a blend of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and a super absorbent polymer.

This mechanism ensures the peri-wound skin remains safeguarded and dry.

Are Xtrasorb HCS dressings sterile?

Yes, all available variants of the Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) dressings are supplied sterile and are classified as Factory New.

These dressings are designed with innovative hybrid technology for versatile wound management, making them suitable for wounds ranging from dry to moderately exuding:

  • Hydrogel Component: Utilizes water and glycerin for standard cooling, soothing, and hydration, which is ideal for dry or lightly exuding wounds.
  • High-Absorption Component: Incorporates a blend of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and a super absorbent polymer to provide impressive absorption capacity for moderately exuding wounds.

Crucially, the dressing’s design minimizes lateral wicking, ensuring that wound fluid is locked into the core structure to help prevent maceration of the surrounding skin.

Does this dressing effectively hydrate dry wounds?

Yes, the Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) Dressing is designed to provide hydration, making it highly effective for dry or lightly exuding wounds.

Its hydrating capability comes from its hybrid technology:

  • Composition: Approximately half of the dressing is made up of a blend of water and glycerin.
  • Function: This composition delivers a standard hydrogel function, providing necessary cooling, soothing, and moisture to the wound bed.

This functionality ensures the dressing actively hydrates dry areas while also possessing the capability to manage light to moderate exudate using its super absorbent polymer blend.

What materials are in this hybrid dressing?

The Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) is a novel hybrid dressing designed to effectively manage dry to moderately exuding wounds by combining two essential technologies:

  1. Hydrogel Components: These primarily consist of water and glycerin. They provide the cooling, soothing, and hydrating benefits necessary for dry or lightly exuding wound environments.
  2. Hydrocolloid/Absorption Components: This section is made from a blend of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and a super absorbent polymer to deliver impressive absorption capacity.

This versatile composition allows the dressing to lock wound fluid into its core structure, which is crucial for minimizing lateral wicking and significantly reducing the risk of surrounding skin maceration.

How is the Xtrasorb HCS dressing packaged?

The Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) Dressings are supplied sterile and packaged to ensure professional readiness. The standard configuration for all available sizes is:

  • 10 dressings per box (bx)
  • 4 boxes per case (cs)
What high-quality absorbent materials are used?

This hybrid dressing employs specialized components to ensure impressive fluid retention and exudate management, specifically for moderate exudate levels. The primary absorbent materials used are:

  • Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC): A key ingredient providing hydrocolloid functionality and moisture absorption.
  • Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Blend: Engineered to efficiently lock wound fluid into the dressing structure.

This advanced blend is crucial for minimizing lateral wicking, which significantly protects the surrounding skin from the risk of maceration.

What versatile sizes are available?

The Gentell Xtrasorb Hydrogel Colloidal Sheet (HCS) Dressing is offered in four versatile sizes, ensuring effective coverage for various wound dimensions, from dry to moderately exuding. The available sterile configurations are:

  • 3” x 3”
  • 4.3” x 4.3”
  • 6” x 6”
  • 8” x 8”

All variants are supplied as sterile dressings and are consistently packaged for clinical use with 10 dressings per box and 4 boxes per case.

What makes this dressing a versatile hybrid?

The Gentell Xtrasorb HCS Dressing uses an innovative hybrid technology to manage a wide spectrum of wound conditions, from dry to moderately exuding. This versatility is achieved by combining two distinct functionalities into one sheet:

  • Hydrogel Components (Water and Glycerin): Provides a cooling, soothing action and crucial hydration, making it ideal for managing wounds that are dry or lightly exuding.
  • Hydrocolloid Components (Sodium CMC and SAP): Delivers an impressive absorption capacity using a super absorbent polymer blend, making it effective for handling moderately exuding wounds.

This structure ensures the dressing can effectively regulate moisture balance. A key benefit is its ability to lock wound fluid into the core, actively minimizing lateral wicking and significantly reducing the risk of skin maceration.

Is this a dual-action hybrid dressing?

Yes, the Gentell Xtrasorb HCS Dressing is an innovative dual-action hybrid dressing, making it effective for managing wounds ranging from dry to moderately exuding. This versatility is achieved by combining two distinct material technologies:

  • Hydrogel Component: Utilizes water and glycerin to provide a cooling, soothing effect and crucial hydration for dry or lightly exuding wounds.
  • Hydrocolloid/SAP Component: Incorporates a blend of Sodium CMC and a super absorbent polymer to offer impressive absorption capacity for moderately exuding wounds.

A major benefit of this hybrid design is its ability to minimize lateral wicking, effectively locking wound fluid into the core structure. This critical feature helps protect the surrounding peri-wound skin from maceration. All available configurations of the dressing are sterile.