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Country of Origin: Finland
- Weight: 2.51 lb
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MFR:
Molnlycke Health Care US, LLC
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 395790
- Phone: (470) 375-0000
Frequently asked questions
Is Mepitel Ag suitable for post-operative care?
Yes, Mepitel Ag is ideal for managing post-operative wounds and complex wound care requiring gentle handling. Its advanced design supports effective healing with minimal patient discomfort.
Key features that make it suitable for post-operative use include:
- Antimicrobial Action: It incorporates Silver (Ag) technology to provide antimicrobial properties, essential for wounds where combating bioburden is necessary.
- Trauma-Free Removal: The self-adherent soft silicone border ensures secure fixation while minimizing pain and trauma upon dressing removal, which is crucial for sensitive post-operative skin.
- Exudate Management: As a foam dressing, it helps manage exudate and supports a moist wound healing environment.
This product is guaranteed to be Factory New and is manufactured in Finland.
Is the Mepitel Ag dressing gently self-adherent?
Yes, the Mepitel Ag dressing features a specialized self-adherent soft silicone border foam. This design is specifically engineered to:
- Ensure Secure Placement: Provides reliable adherence to keep the dressing securely in place.
- Minimize Trauma: Remains gentle on the surrounding skin, significantly minimizing pain and trauma upon removal or during dressing changes.
This soft silicone technology is a key benefit, preserving the integrity of the peri-wound skin.
Are multiple sizes of Mepitel Ag dressing available?
Yes, the Mepitel Ag wound dressing is available in various post-operative configurations to suit diverse clinical needs. These advanced foam dressings incorporate Mepitel Ag Technology for effective antimicrobial management and feature a self-adherent soft silicone border for gentle application and trauma-free removal. The available configurations are:
- 4” x 10” Post-Op Dressing: Packaged 5 units per box (7 boxes per case).
- 4” x 12” Post-Op Dressing: Packaged 5 units per box (5 boxes per case).
What packaging configurations are available?
The Molnlycke Mepitel Ag Self-Adherent Soft Silicone Border Foam Dressing is available in two main configurations, with the total case quantity varying by the dressing size.
Note that both available sizes contain 5 individual dressings per box.
The specific configurations are:
- 4” x 10” Dressing: Supplied in cases containing 7 boxes (totaling 35 dressings per case).
- 4” x 12” Dressing: Supplied in cases containing 5 boxes (totaling 25 dressings per case).
What is the customer support phone number?
The customer support phone number provided for Molnlycke Health Care US, LLC is (470) 375-0000.
Does the soft silicone border ensure gentle removal?
Yes, the Mepitel Ag dressing features a self-adherent soft silicone border specifically engineered for gentle, trauma-free dressing removal. This is a key selling point, as it helps:
- Minimize pain and trauma to the wound bed and surrounding skin.
- Provide secure fixation while protecting skin integrity.
- Support high-priority clinical needs where trauma-free dressing changes are essential.
How does the Mepitel Ag technology aid healing?
The Mepitel Ag dressing is designed to support optimal wound recovery through several key features:
- Antimicrobial Protection: The Mepitel Ag technology incorporates silver (Ag), which provides essential antimicrobial action. This feature helps to manage bioburden and maintain a cleaner wound environment, which is crucial for successful healing.
- Gentle Adhesion: The dressing features a self-adherent soft silicone border for secure fixation. This design is highly beneficial because it minimizes pain and trauma upon removal, protecting fragile new tissue and the surrounding skin from injury.
- Exudate Management: As a foam dressing, it is engineered to handle exudate effectively, ensuring the wound maintains the balanced, moist environment required for optimal wound recovery.
Does Mepitel Ag provide antimicrobial protection?
Yes, the Mepitel Ag wound dressing is specifically designed to provide effective action in wound management, primarily through the incorporation of silver (Ag).
- Antimicrobial Action: The designation “Ag” signifies the presence of silver, which provides antimicrobial capabilities crucial for managing wounds that are at risk of or affected by bacterial colonization or infection.
- Gentle Adhesion: The dressing features a self-adherent soft silicone border foam. This design ensures the dressing remains securely in place while minimizing pain and trauma during changes, protecting the delicate peri-wound skin.
- Quality and Origin: This product is supplied in Factory New condition and is manufactured in Finland, adhering to high medical quality standards.
Does the soft silicone border ensure gentle removal?
Yes, the Mepitel Ag is engineered for patient comfort and gentle application. It features a self-adherent soft silicone border that provides secure fixation to the skin while ensuring minimal pain and trauma when you remove or change the dressing. This design minimizes trauma, a key characteristic of advanced silicone interface dressings.
Is the wound dressing made in Europe?
Yes, this Mepitel Ag wound dressing is manufactured in Finland, ensuring high-quality standards for medical products.