The key role of an absorbant dressing is to absorb and retain exudate. Most absorbant dressings consist of an absorbant material that may have an adhesive border.Absorbant dressings with an adhesive border are ideal for use as a protective dressings and for lightly exuding wounds. Many also have a waterproof covering.The more thicker absorbant dressings are suitable for use on chronic, heavily exuding wounds.Use of creams and ointments may interfere with the absorbancy ability of these dressing.
Foam Dressings are made from Polyurethane, Polyvinyl alchol or Silicone.Foam dressings help maintain a moist wound healing environment and can also act a protective cushion for fragile skin. Foam dressings come either with or without an adhesive border and in a wide array of sizes and shapes.Additionally, some foam dressings also contain anti-microbials such as manuka honey, silver and iodine.They are generally easy to apply and remove.Depending on the level of exudate, foam dressings can remain in place for up to 7 days. Foam Dressings are suitable for use on exuding wounds.They are not advisable to use on dry wounds.
Medipore + Pad is a highly absorbent adhesive cloth wound dressing that provides effective and quick healing of skin abrasions, burns, and surgical wounds. It effectively absorbs drainage and allows the skin to breathe by reducing skin maceration. This dressing has soft, breathable and porous material that does not stick to the wound. With the excellent adhesion, this hypoallergenic wound dressing promotes easy removal and application. This highly conformable dressing provides ease of movement and remains gentle to the skin. Medipore + Pad dressing is available in multiple sizes.
