Extra Silver Alginate Dressing AG Silver Iron Alginate Dressing

Product description:

Silver Alginate Dressing is composed of calcium alginate which derived from seaweed through a series of special process and silver particles. It is designed to be highly and fast absorbent. The dressing absorbs exudates and forms a gel-like covering over the wound, maintains a moist environment for wound healing, which also keeps the dressing from adhering to the wound. The most fascinating aspect is the dressing can restrain the bacteria growing and reduce infection.

【Rx indications】

Moderately to heavily exuding partial to full thickness wounds, including:

Trauma wounds
Pressure ulcers
Diabetic ulcers
Leg ulcers
Graft and donor sites
Post-operative surgical wounds

【OTC indications】

Indicated for first aid to help in minor abrasions, minor cuts, lacerations, scrapes, minor scalds and burns.

How does it work?

1. When applied to a wound there will be an ion-exchange betweenthe calcium in the dressing and sodium from the exudate, forminga soluble calcium/sodium alginate gel.
2. The free calcium ions in the wound will amplify the clottingcascade, and it has been reported that the calcium ionsreduce the bleeding during various surgical interventions.
3. The interaction with the wound exudates willcreate a protective gel that has occlusive.nonadherent and moisturizing properties.

Tips for using silver dressing:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the patient, wound and environment before deciding whether a silver dressing is appropriate；
• Document the rationale for using a silver dressing in the patient's healthcare records；
• Choose the silver dressing on the basis of patient and wound needs, ie exudate level, wound depth, need for conformability, odour control, ease of removal and safety；
• For infected wounds, initial use should be for a two week challenge；
• Continued use of silver dressings should include regular review；
• Use silver dressings in the context of a wound management protocol that includes wound bed preparation as appropriate for the wound type；
• Follow manufacturer's instructions regarding indications, contraindications, method of application, wound cleansing procedures, need for dressing moistening before application, and use in patients undergoing MRI or radiotherapy；
• Use silver dressings with caution in children and very large wounds.