- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 3.2 lb
- Highly absorbent and low-adherent pad: The polyester wound contact layer enables the passage of blood or exudate into the highly absorbent pad while maintaining a good healing environment and minimal pain on dressing removal.
- Safe and secure fixation: The low allergy acrylic adhesive is evenly spread onto the nonwoven backing surface providing a safe and secure dressing fixation over the wound site.
- Soft and conformable: Ensures comfort and conformability to all wound sites (even the more difficult areas like shoulders and axillae)
- Ease of use: The protector paper, which is slit across the width of the dressing, enables quick application without the risk of touching the absorbent pad or adhesive area with fingers or forceps.
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Learn more:
- MFR: Smith & Nephew Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: 66000317
- Phone: (800) 876-1261
Frequently asked questions
Does the dressing ensure hygienic application?
Yes, the PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressing is engineered for hygienic application to minimize the risk of infection.
This is achieved through a smart design feature:
- The protective paper covering includes a central slit.
- This allows the dressing to be handled with forceps or fingers without making contact with the sterile absorbent pad or the adhesive surface, ensuring the wound dressing remains clean until applied.
Is the adhesive gentle for sensitive skin?
Yes, these dressings are designed with sensitive skin in mind. They feature a low-allergy acrylic adhesive, which provides secure fixation while minimizing the risk of irritation compared to standard adhesives.
Does the dressing feature a thick absorbent pad?
Yes, the PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressing features a thick pad. This design choice is implemented to assist in effectively managing wound exudate.
Are the dressings a standard 8x10CM size?
Yes, each individual PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressing measures 8x10CM. They are supplied in a carton containing 20 units.
How many dressings are in the carton?
The Smith & Nephew PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressings are supplied in bulk packaging for convenient stocking. Each carton contains 20 individual units, with each sterile dressing measuring 8x10cm.
Is the product brand new?
Yes, this product is supplied in Factory New condition, ensuring pristine quality.
Is the dressing application hygienic?
Yes, the Smith & Nephew PRIMAPORE dressing is specifically engineered to ensure a hygienic application, which significantly minimizes the risk of introducing infection during wound care.
This is achieved through a specialized design feature:
- Protection Paper with a Central Slit: The backing includes a central slit in the protection paper.
- Aseptic Technique: This unique design allows users to handle the dressing using forceps or fingers without directly touching the sterile absorbent pad or the low-allergy acrylic adhesive.
This system helps maintain the cleanliness of the dressing until it is securely applied to the wound.
Is a low-allergy adhesive used?
Yes, the PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressings utilize a low-allergy acrylic adhesive. This type of adhesive is specifically formulated to provide gentle yet secure fixation on the skin.
Is the absorbent pad effective?
Yes, the dressing features a thick absorbent pad specifically designed to effectively reduce the amount of exudate transfer from the wound.
Does it have a special application design?
Yes, the dressing features protection paper with a central slit. This innovative design prevents fingers or forceps from directly touching the dressing pad or adhesive, significantly minimizing the risk of infection during application.