AQUACEL Ag+ Extra, 15x15cm (6"x6"), 5's/box

AQUACEL Ag+ Extra , 15 x 15cm Soft, sterile non-woven dressing made from two layers of 1.2% ionic silver-impregnated Hydro fiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) and enhanced with antibiofilm technology, stitched together with cellulose strengthening fibers. Absorbs wound fluid, disrupts and breaks down biofilm to expose and kill bacteria, while preventing biofilm reformation.

INDICATIONS Primary dressing for moderately to highly exuding wounds that are infected or at increased risk of infection and wounds where bacteria are a suspected cause (or a factor in) chronicity/non-progression.

CONTRAINDICATIONS Should not be used on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressing or its components.

Wound care objectives

• Promote autolytic debridement and granulation
• Reduce bacterial load
• Manage exudate
• Re-establish the integrity of the perilesional skin
• Effective de-sloughing facilitating mechanical debridement
• Good exudate management
• Healthy edges and perilesional skin