Allevyn Non-Adhesive Heel Foam Dressing

Allevyn Non-Adhesive Heel Foam Dressing Features

• Easy to apply and remove non-adherent dressing
• Highly breathable top film of Allevyn Heel dressings by Smith may help to minimize the risk of maceration to the wound and peri-wound
• Unique triple-action technology effectively manages fluid to create a moist wound environment
• Non-adherent wound contact layer means the foam dressing is suitable for use on fragile skin such as in patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa
• Backing film provides an effective barrier function to exogenous bacteria as well as helps to prevent fluid strikethrough and assists in preventing bacterial strikethrough
• Soft and comfortable for the patient and conformable to challenging body areas
• Suitable for use under compression bandaging
• Wide range of sizes can be cut to suit different body contours

Allevyn Foam Wound Dressing Design Technology

By combining an absorbent hydrocellular pad with a non-adherent wound contact layer and breathable top film, Allevyn Foam Dressing manages fluid to maintain an optimal moist wound environment.

1. Breathable Top Film: The breathable outer polyurethane top film helps to prevent strikethrough and provides an effective barrier to bacteria.
2. Highly Absorbent Foam Core: The hydrocellular foam core is highly absorbent.
3. Non-Adherent Wound Contact Layer:  The wound contact layer will not stick to the wound and is suitable for fragile skin such as that of patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa.

What to buy with Allevyn Heel Dressing

• Smith & Nephew Solosite Gel Hydrogel Wound Dressing
• Smith & Nephew Dermal Wound Cleanser
• Smith & Nephew Skin Prep Protectants

How to apply Allevyn Non-Adhesive Heel Dressing?

• Cleanse wounds in accordance with local clinical protocols
• Select an appropriate dressing size. Allevyn Dressing can be cut to fit awkward areas. Always use a clean technique when cutting the dressing. When used under compression therapy, the dressing must be cut to the size of the wound.
• Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area and remove excess moisture. Any excess hair should be clipped to ensure a close approximation to the wound.
• Remove dressing from the pack using a clean technique
• Apply the white face to the wound ensuring good contact and secure with a dressing retention sheet (e.g. Opsite Flexifix Transparent Film Roll), tape, or bandage.
• If the dressing has been cut, ensure any exposed foam areas are covered with an appropriate film dressing, taking care not to cover the entire dressing

How to remove Smith & Nephew Allevyn Heel Foam Dressing

• To remove Allevyn Non-Adhesive, remove the retention dressing or bandage and lift the dressing away from the wound.

Frequency Change of Allevyn Heel Hydrocellular Foam Dressing

• During the early stages of wound management dressing should be inspected according to local clinical protocol. Where the product is used on infected wounds, the infection should be inspected and treated as per local clinical protocol.
• Dressings can be left in place, undisturbed, for up to 7 days, or until exudate is visible and approaches 5/8 of an inch (1.5cm) from the edge of the dressing, whichever is sooner.
• If dressings are applied to the sacral area, they may be left in place for up to 5 days. However, due to the increased potential for contamination and infection in this area, increased monitoring of dressing adherence may be required as per local clinical protocols.
• The decision of when to change should be dependent upon clinical assessment and local protocols should also be taken into consideration.

Precautions:

• If reddening or sensitization occurs, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.
• Do not use Allevyn Non-Adhesive with oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions (eg. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing.
• Opening the dressing pack compromises the sterile barrier therefore any unused dressing should not be retained for use at a later date.
• Allevyn Non-Adhesive is a single-use product. If used on more than one patient, cross-contamination or infection may occur.

Allevyn Non-Adhesive Dressing Applications