Quick Overview
A silver impregnated non-adhesive, non-occlusive interface, composed of a polyester mesh impregnated with hydrocolloid particles (carboxymethylcellulose), paraffin oil, petrolatum and polymers.
Maximum Wear Time
3 days / 7 days
Exudate Management
Scant to moderate
Alternatives
Secondary Complementary Dressings
Uses
Acute wounds:
- Split skin grafts and donor site
- Second degree burns
- Dermabrasions
- Traumatic wounds (skin tears)
- Postoperative wounds (with scant exudate)
Positives
- Anti-microbial action
- A traumatic removal
- Allows for a moist wound healing
Limitations
- Can’t handle large amounts of exudate
- Can’t stack
Precautions
- Silver allergies



