Highly absorbent
In-vitro studies and
clinical experience
both demonstrate
that Allevyn
non-adherent
dressings can stay
in place for up to
seven days.
This capacity
results from a
combination of
properties:
-
The perforated
wound contact
layer allows even
viscous exudate to
pass into the
dressing.
-
The hydrocellular
core of the
dressing absorbs
and retains liquid
in its microscopic
structure.
-
The breathable
outer surface of
the dressing
allows excess
moisture to
evaporate away
from the dressing.
The result is the
creation of a wound
environment, which
allows healing to
progress.
Non-adherent
Allevyn
dressings have a
polyurethane wound
contact layer which
prevents adherence
to a full range of
wound types.
Helps create and
maintain a moist
wound environment
The outer, pink
layer used on
Allevyn
dressings is a
breathable film
layer. This allows
the formation and
maintenance of a
moist wound
environment at the
wound surface, which
helps prevent eschar
formation. The pink
film is also
waterproof and aids
in the prevention of
bacterial
contamination.
Non-adhesive
Allevyn
dressings are
non-adhesive and are
therefore
recommended for
wounds surrounded by
sensitive skin, such
as venous ulcers.
The lack of adhesive
allows the use of
the most suitable
retention method,
for example, tape
onto intact skin,
appropriate
bandaging or a film
dressing such as
OpSite*.
Easy to use
Allevyn
dressings are
conformable and can
be cut to suit
various wound shapes
and locations. As
Allevyn
dressings absorb
exudate, they may
swell slightly, but
do not leave debris
in the wound.
Dressing changes are
therefore easier for
the nurse and less
traumatic for the
patient; wound
irrigation can be
kept to a minimum.
The progression of
exudate through the
dressing is visible
through the pink top
film.
Soft and
cushioning
Allevyn
dressings are soft
and cushioning,
providing excellent
patient comfort.
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