Quick Overview
A silver impregnated reticulated foam used in Vaccum assisted closure dressings
Maximum Wear Time
3 days
Exudate Management
Scant to High
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Product Information
HMIF / Ordering Code
553290
Categories
Ordering Description
DRESSING, NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM, KIT, LARGE, 26X15X3.2CM, DRAPE, SILVER PAD WITH CONNECTOR, DISPOSABLE RULER, STERILE, SINGLE-USE (10) (V.A.C. GRANUFOAM)
Brand
Specifications
Width: 15cm | Length: 26cm | Height: 3.3cm | Units Per Pack: 9 | Size: Large |
Primary Complementary Dressings
Uses
- Vac therapy is used to increase the bloody flow which increases the rate of granulation tissue being formed
- Vac therapy can also be used to stabilise and secure a Split Skin Graft after it is place on in theatres. The Vac will be put on by the surgeons in theatre and it will remain intact for 5 days or until the team deem fit
- Vac therapy can also be used for exudate management and primary closure support. This requires a silicone dressing as an interface between the skin and the foam as the foam will erode the skin over time.
Positives
- Allows of large granulation tissue to be generated
- Multiple foams can be used as long as they are touching
- Can be used in cavities that the end can be seen
Limitations
- If left in place for longer than 3 days granulation tissue can start growing into the foam and sharp debridement will be required.
Precautions
- Can not be used on active bleeding wounds
- An interface (Silicone) is required over small vessels and tendons
- Can not be used in blind cavities
- Allergies to silver
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