Medline Maxorb Extra CMC/Alginate Rope Wound Dressing

Maxorb Extra CMC/Alginate Rope Dressing Features

• Pad will not wick exudate laterally, reducing the potential for delicate peri-wound tissue damage
• No lateral wicking reduces the potential for delicate peri-wound tissue damage
• Gelatinous pad may be easily lifted in one piece from the wound bed
• Rope versions lidded tray keeps the fibers from compressing

What to buy with Alginate Rope Dressing

• Medline SilvaSorb Silver Antimicrobial Wound Gel
• Medline Skintegrity Wound Cleanser
• Medline Fresh Naturals Odor Eliminator

When to Use Maxorb Rope Wound Dressing

• Pressure ulcers
• Partial and full-thickness wounds
• Leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• Donor sites
• Lacerations and abrasions
• First and second-degree burns

Contraindications:

• Third-degree burns
• For use as a surgical sponge
• Dry or lightly draining wounds
• To control heavy bleeding
• Patients with a known sensitivity to alginates

Change Frequency:

• Maxorb Extra may be left in place for up to 7 days
• Dressing change frequency will depend on amount of drainage

Recommended Secondary Dressings:

• Stratasorb Composite
• Bordered Gauze
• Optifoam Gentle