ConvaTec Aquacel Hydrofiber Sterile Wound Dressing

Aquacel Hydrofiber Sterile Dressing Features

• ConvaTec Hydrofiber Sterile Wound Dressing provides excellent absorption and retention capabilities for moderate to highly exuding wounds
• Supports wound healing by providing a moist wound-healing environment
• Helps reduce wound pain while the dressing is in site and upon removal
• Conforms to the wound surface to form an intimate contact
• Conformed to the wound surface, thereby reducing dead space
• In a gelled state, does not damage tender, granulating wound tissue or healthy tissue surrounding exudating wounds during dressing changes
• Aids autolytic debridement and supports the body's healing process
• Latex-free

When to use ConvaTec Hydrofiber Sterile Dressing?

• Acute wounds: donor sites, abrasions, post-surgical wounds, lacerations and first- and second-degree burns
• Chronic wounds: leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, pressure sores

What to buy with Hydrofiber Sterile Wound Dressing?

• Cardinal Health InstaGard Synthetic Powder Free Vinyl Examination Gloves
• ConvaTec Aquacel Ag Extra Hydrofiber Dressing

What is Hydrofiber Technology?

Hydrofiber Technology is a patented technology in which fibers of high-quality cellulose are carboxymethylated altering its structure to allow better absorbency and retention of fluid. When it is exposed to fluid, the fibers swell to form a clear, soft, cohesive gel structure that closely conforms to the wound bed. In addition, the gelling action prevents the lateral spread of fluid through the dressing to reduce the risk of maceration and promote a moist wound-healing environment

Locks Exudate & Traps Bacteria

• Helps protect peri-wound skin and reduce maceration
• May help to minimize wound and cross-infection during the removal

Micro-Contours to Wound Bed

• Minimizes “dead space” where bacteria can grow
• Maintains moisture balance in the wound bed

Responds to wound fluid levels

• Forms a cohesive gel when in contact with exudates
• Provides rapid and sustained antimicrobial activity on demand (dressings with ionic silver)

Aquaseal Ribbon Dressing Applications

• Sinus tracts (post-procedure)
• Suture lines
• Fingers and toes of pediatric patients (burns, abrasions)
• Orthopaedic pin insertion sites
• Tube insertion site (g-tube, percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy)
• Finger or toe degloving
• Circumcision sites

Caution:

• Use under the supervision of a healthcare professional

How to use ConvaTec Aquacel Sterile Wound Dressing?

• Use a cleansing solution on the wound surface and the surrounding skin, and dry the skin thoroughly
• Loosely pack ribbon or pad into deep wounds to about 80% of the depth of the wound to accommodate swelling of the dressing
• Leave a small overhang (at least 2.5 cm or 1 inch) to facilitate removal
• Excess dressing can be cut to size without shedding fibers
• Cover the ribbon or pad with a moisture-retentive dressing
• Secure the dressing with hypoallergenic tape, if necessary