- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 3.95 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: 66000318
- Phone: (800) 876-1261
Frequently asked questions
Does the dressing minimize infection risk?
Yes, the Primapore dressing features protection paper with a central slit. This allows for handling with forceps or fingers without touching the pad or adhesive, significantly minimizing the risk of contamination and infection during application.
Is the adhesive safe for sensitive skin?
Absolutely. It uses a low-allergy acrylic adhesive specifically designed for safe and gentle contact with the skin, reducing the likelihood of irritation.
How well does the pad manage fluids?
The dressing is constructed with a thick absorbent pad. This design is intended to effectively manage wound exudate and reduce the chance of fluid strike-through, keeping the wound area drier.
What are the dimensions of the dressings?
Each Smith & Nephew PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressing measures 8 cm x 15 cm. These dimensions are designed for effective general wound coverage.
The dressings are supplied in a carton containing 20 individual units.
How many 8x15cm dressings are included?
This product is supplied as a carton containing 20 units of the PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressings, with each unit measuring 8cm by 15cm.
Is this product new?
Yes, all Primapore dressings are guaranteed to be in Factory New condition, ensuring product integrity and quality upon arrival.
What is included in the carton of 20 dressings?
The carton contains 20 individual Smith & Nephew PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressings, each sized 8cm x 15cm.
Each sterile dressing is designed for hygienic and effective wound management, featuring:
- Thick Absorbent Pad: This construction enhances absorbency and effectively manages wound exudate.
- Low Allergy Acrylic Adhesive: Designed to provide effective adherence while minimizing the risk of skin irritation, making it suitable for sensitive patients.
- Hygienic Application System: Includes protective paper with a central slit to facilitate aseptic handling, allowing application without fingers or forceps touching the pad or adhesive and minimizing contamination.
Is the product easy to apply hygienically?
Yes, the protection paper with a central slit is a key feature. It allows medical professionals to apply the dressing without direct contact with the pad or adhesive, promoting a sterile application process.
What is the weight of each dressing unit?
Each PRIMAPORE ADHESIVE dressing unit weighs approximately 0.01 pounds.
What is the recommended use for these dressings?
These dressings are intended for general wound care management where reliable adhesion and minimization of cross-contamination during dressing changes are important. They are suitable for applications requiring a dressing pad of the specified 8x15CM dimension.