Quick Overview
A thin semi-permeable membrane with a non-adhesive pad in the center
Maximum Wear Time
3 days / 7 days
Exudate Management
Nil
Alternatives
Primary Complementary Dressings
Uses
- On old wounds where there is a scab formed
- Old cannula sites
- Central venous catheter sites once CVC has been removed
Positives
- It is very thin
- Do not adhere to the wound bed
Limitations
- Is not very robust
- Does not absorb much exudate
- If the film does not connect well with the skin it will fall off




