Alginate Dressing Specification
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Alginate Dressing |
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Material |
Alginate dressing is the medical dressing of mixture of fiber and ion from the natural seaweed. Alginate non-woven：weight 120g/m2; 200 g/m2; 250 g/m2;300 g/m2， with tolerance±20 g/m2 |
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Features |
1. Extremely absorbent (with heavy exudation) 2. Good hemostatic effect (release calcium ions) 3.No adhesion |
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Size |
5 cm *5cm |
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Usage |
• Venous ulcers • Post-operative drainage wounds • Skin grafting area (hemostasis) |
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Instructions for use
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1.Wound cleaning and disinfection: First, rinse the wound with normal saline to remove necrotic tissue. 2. Select the dressing: Based on the size and shape of the wound, choose or cut the appropriate alginate dressing. 3.Applying the dressing: Place the dressing directly over the wound bed, ensuring it makes full contact with the bottom and edges of the wound. For cavity-type wounds, use the dressing to gently fill the space, but avoid being too tight. 4.Cover the outer layer: A second layer of secondary dressing (such as gauze, foam dressing, etc.) must be added to fix and absorb the excess exudate. 5.Replacement time: Replace when the exudate becomes saturated, the outer dressing gets wet (usually every 1-3 days). |
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Precautions |
Applicable wounds: Primarily used for moderate to severe exudative wounds (such as exudative wounds, ulcers, pressure sores), not suitable for dry or scabbed wounds. Maintain moisture: Before use, moisten the dressing with a small amount of normal saline, but remove any excess water. No need for daily replacement: Usually, it is not necessary to replace it every day to avoid damaging the newly formed granulation tissue. Contraindications: Not applicable for dry wounds, third-degree burns, or wounds with exposed bones and tendons. Medical advice: For severe or complex wounds, they must be treated under the guidance of a doctor or a professional nurse. |