Cutimed Alginate Ribbon 2.5cm x 30cm x5
IDD7989, 72634-03
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Cutimed Alginate is a calcium sodium alginate dressing made out of natural seaweed. The alginate component of this dressing allows it to absorb up to 20 times its own weight in exudate.
Features
• Exchange of calcium ions in the dressing with sodium ions in the exudate transforms the alginate into a moist gel
• Provides a moist environment to help with wound healing
• Calcium ions have haemostatic properties when in contact with exudate
• Reduces the risk of maceration
• Excellent wet integrit
Specs
Alginate
| Sterile | Yes |
| Indications |
Wound characteristics • Moderate to heavily exuding wounds • Shallow and deep wounds Chronic wounds, such as: • Venous ulcer • Arterial ulcer • Pressure ulcer • Diabetic ulcer Acute wounds, such as: • Skin donor sites • Abrasions and lacerations • Superficial and partial thickness burns |
| Waterproof | No |
Dressing
| Sterile | Yes |
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