Smith & Nephew Algisite M Calcium Alginate Wound Dressing, 5cm x 5cm, Pack of 10

Smith & Nephew Algisite M Calcium Alginate Wound Dressing

A calcium-alginate dressing which forms a soft, gel that absorbs when it comes into contact with wound exudate.

Features:

• Helps utilize the proven benefits of moist wound management.
• When used in a moderate to highly exuding wound, the dressing forms a soft gel, which does not adhere to the delicate healing tissues in the wound bed.
• The production of a gel by the action of exudate on the alginate fibers creates a moist wound environment at the wound surface - This helps prevent eschar formation and promotes an optimal moist wound environment.
• The dressing allows wound contraction to occur, which may help reduce scarring and also allows gaseous exchange necessary for a healthy wound bed.
• Conforms to wound contours- Can be molded, folded or cut to meet a wide range of wound shapes and sizes.
• Fast gelling, high mannuronic acid fibers.
• The advanced bonding technique means low fiber shed.
• Highly absorbent - High wet and dry strength.
• Soft and conformable.
• The dressing can remain in the wound for up to 7 days, depending on the nature of the wound and the volume of exudate.
• Easy to remove - The dressing can be easily lifted out of the wound in one piece, or washed out with saline.
• Latex free.

ALGISITE M may be used for the management of minor conditions such as:

• Lacerations
• Abrasions
• Skin tears
• Minor burns

ALGISITE M may also be used for the management of full and partial thickness wounds including:

• Leg Ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Surgical wounds.

Size: 5cm x 5cm. 

Pack of 5.