Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

3M + KCI

3M + KCI
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Abthera Advance Open Abdomen Dressing

When used with V.A.C.Ulta, provides an active temporary abdominal closure system that is designed to remove fluids from the abdominal cavity and draw wound edges together, helping to achieve primary fascial closure while protecting abdominal contents…

ABThera SensaT.R.A.C. Open Abdomen Dressing

ABThera SensaT.R.A.C. Open Abdomen Dressing

When used with the V.A.C. Ulta therapy unit, provides an active temporary abdominal closure system that is designed to remove fluids from the abdominal cavity and draw the wound edges together. Helps to achieve fascial closure while protecting abdomi…

ActiV.A.C. Canister 300ml

ActiV.A.C. Canister 300ml

Single-use, latex-free, sterile 300ml exudate collection canister with gel solidifier, tubing clamp and connector

ActiV.A.C. Therapy Unit

ActiV.A.C. Therapy Unit

Lightweight, portable V.A.C. therapy unit with intuitive touch screen allowing for easy navigation. Features include 14-hour battery life; detailed therapy history report; odour control and canisters with a gel sachet to solidify exudate.

Adaptic

Adaptic

A non-adherent primary dressing comprised of knitted cellulose acetate mesh impregnated with a petrolatum emulsion. Can be cut to size. Can be used with compression therapy.

Adaptic Digit

Adaptic Digit

Non-adherent digit dressing made of a tacky, silicone-coated, open-knit, cellulose fabric with a double-coiled tubular bandage

Adaptic Touch

Adaptic Touch

Non-adherent primary wound contact layer comprising an unique cellulose acetate mesh coated with a soft tack silicone

Bioclusive Plus

Bioclusive Plus

A self-adhesive dressing consisting of a transparent semipermeable, polyurethane film coated with an acrylic adhesive

Cavilon Continence Care Wipes

No-rinse skin wipes for the treatment of incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD). The wipes contain 3% dimethicone and are biodegradable, pH balanced, perfume- and paraben-free, soft and hypoallergenic.

Cavilon Durable Barrier Cream

Highly concentrated barrier cream to protect against bodily fluids and moisturise skin. Provides long-lasting protection from skin breakdown.

Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film

Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film

Protective, transparent barrier film. Alcohol-free formulation is pain-free on broken skin and provides up to 72 hours’ protection before re-application. Non-cytotoxic.

Coban 2 Compression System

Two thin layers provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers cohere to each other, creating an in…

Coban 2 Compression System Kit

Coban 2 Compression System Kit

Two thin layers (purple packaging) provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers cohere to each ot…

Coban 2 Lite Compression System

Designed for reduced compression. Two thin layers provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers co…

Coban 2 Lite Compression System Kit

Two-layer system (green packaging) designed for sustained, therapeutic compression with reduced sub-bandage resting pressures. Comprises a latex-free foam padding layer and a latex-free, cohesive, compression bandage. Once applied, the two layers bon…

Coban Self-Adherent Wrap

A cohesive elastic wrap constructed from a non-woven material and elastic fibres. The cohesive properties allow the wrap to stick to itself but not to other materials or skin.

Inadine

Inadine

Non-adherent dressing impregnated with 10% povidone-iodine. Colour change indicates when to change dressing.

KerraCel

KerraCel

A sterile, gelling fibre dressing made from carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). The non-woven gelling fibres absorb exudate from the wound, turning them into a soft gel that maintains a moist wound management environment.

KerraContact Ag

KerraContact Ag dressing uses Ag Oxysalts Technology, which is designed with three missing-electrons (Ag3+), while silver contained in other silver dressings is missing only one electron (Ag1+). Kerracontact Ag dressing is a sterile, single use wound…

Kerraheel

Kerraheel

Sterile hydrocellular heel dressing with a vapour-permeable, waterproof and bacteria-resistant polyurethane film

KerraLite Cool

KerraLite Cool

Pro-ionic hydrogel contact layer and fluid-repellent, polyurethane film outer layer. Available in non-adhesive and adhesive options.

KerraMax Care

KerraMax Care

Comprises a soft, non-woven outer contact layers for comfort with a superabsorbent core to lock in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. The dressing also features a horizontal wicking layer and a heat-sealed border. Suitable for use under…

KerraMax Care Border Adhesive

Comprises a soft, non-woven outer contact layer with a superabsorbent core to lock in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. The dressing also features a horizontal wicking layer. It is secured with an outer foam layer that is coated with a…

Kerraped All Purpose Boot

Kerraped All Purpose Boot

Therapeutic shoe with a breathable material upper, a black EVA insole and an abrasion-resistant outer sole. It is secured with Velcro straps.

Kerraped Plantar Ulcer

A shoe system comprising a therapeutic shoe and an insole. The insole, which is 18mm thick, combines Poron, Plastazote and multifoam, and has easily removable pegs to allow selective offloading. The insole is placed into the therapeutic shoe, which h…

Kerraped Plus

Advanced therapeutic shoe with a breathable upper material, a black EVA insole and an abrasion-resistant outer sole. Secured with two fully adjustable upper Velcro straps for patient comfort and safety.

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

Shaped pads made from 100% silicone. The pads can be reused on the same patient (simply wash with soap and water). They must be completely dry before re-application.

N-A Dressing

N-A Dressing

A primary wound contact layer consisting of a knitted viscose rayon sheet

Nu-Gel

Nu-Gel

Clear amorphous hydrogel containing sodium alginate for better exudate control

Odolock

Odolock

A sterile dressing composed of pure activated carbon encased in a non-woven nylon envelope

Prevena Peel and Place Dressing

Prevena Peel and Place Dressing

The dressing is designed to manage incisions ≤20cm long, and should not be altered to fit curving incisions. A polyester fabric interface layer, with 0.019% ionic silver, wicks fluid from the skin surface. The silver is designed to reduce bacterial c…

Prevena Plus Dressing Kit

Prevena Plus Dressing Kit

For use on non-linear or ≤90cm linear incisions. Comprises Prevena Customizable dressing with hydrocolloid, SensaT.R.A.C. pad, four V.A.C. drapes, ruler with sticker and a hydrocolloid strip.

Prevena Plus System Kit

Prevena Plus System Kit

For use on non-linear or ≤90cm linear incisions. Comprises Prevena Customizable hydrocolloid dressing, SensaT.R.A.C. pad, V.A.C. Drape, ruler with sticker, hydrocolloid strips, Prevena Plus canister with Prevena Plus connector, Prevena Plus 125 thera…

Promogran

Promogran

Sterile, freeze-dried composite of oxidised regenerated cellulose and collagen. Gels on contact with exudate. Inactivates proteases and protects growth factors. Has demonstrated haemostatic properties, and can be used under compression therapy.

Reston Self-Adhering Foam

Self-adhering open-cell foam designed to protect skin from splints, casts and prostheses. Lightweight and conformable. Can be cut, layered and shaped. Not intended as a pressure-reducing device.

SensaT.R.A.C. Pad

SensaT.R.A.C. Pad

With a lower profile and material flexibility for greater patient comfort, and with 50% more surface contact area than the former T.R.A.C. pad, the pressure sensors of the SensaT.R.A.C. Pad, in conjunction with the therapy unit software, monitor the…

Silvercel

Silvercel

Silver alginate dressing containing a non-adherent layer that releases silver ions into wound fluid while also protecting the wound bed

Silvercel Non-Adherent

Silvercel Non-Adherent

Silver alginate dressing with unique non-adherent layer that allows release of silver ions into the wound fluid while also protecting the wound bed

SNAP Advanced Dressing Kit (Foam)

SNAP Advanced Dressing Kit (Foam)

Proprietary hydrocolloid dressing that helps maintain a seal. Comes with tubing, measuring grid (cm) and SNAP Blue Foam Dressing or gauze. The tubing, which connects the dressing with the cartridge, can be cut to size

SNAP Bridge Dressing Kit

SNAP Bridge Dressing Kit

Comprises one foam dressing with foam interface and one foam dressing with foam interface and hydrocolloid SecurRing. One dressing has integrated bridge and port. The tubing, which connects the dressing with the cartridge, can be cut to size.

SNAP Therapy Cartridge

SNAP Therapy Cartridge

A small, lightweight, disposable 7-day negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) unit. Visual indicator reveals when cartridge is full or discharged. Proprietary spring mechanism designed to generate consistent levels of pressure. -125mmHg pressure sett…

SNAP Therapy Strap

SNAP Therapy Strap

Can be used to secure SNAP Therapy Cartridge discreetly to the body under clothing

Tegaderm Contact

Non-adherent permeable woven nylon primary wound contact layer

Tegaderm Diamond

A breathable, thin film with a diamond pattern and non-latex, hypoallergenic adhesive. Secures and protects intravenous and wound sites in hot, humid conditions and on diaphoretic patients.

Tegaderm Film

A breathable film dressing with hypoallergenic adhesive. Secures and protects intravenous and wound sites from external contaminants such as bacteria, viruses, blood and body fluids.

Tegaderm Foam

Highly absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with semipermeable film backing layer. 3M logos indicate upper surface of dressing. Available in a variety of sizes and styles. Suitable for use under compression.

Tegaderm Foam Adhesive

Tegaderm Foam Adhesive

Highly absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with semipermeable film backing layer and adhesive border. Comprises four layers for high fluid absorption. Adapts to changing fluid levels in the wound to create a moist environment that promotes healing.

Tegaderm Hydrocolloid Thin

Thin, absorbent and highly conformable dressing that may be used as a protection on at-risk, undamaged skin or skin beginning to show signs of damage from friction and shear. The outer film barrier protects wound and surrounding skin from contaminant…

Tegaderm IV Advanced

Transparent vapour-permeable film dressing with ‘frame delivery’ system for IV use. Hypoallergenic. Wear time up to 7 days.

Transpore Medical Tape

A transparent, perforated, plastic medical tape with bidirectional perforations for easy hand tear and a moderate level of adhesive strength

V.A.C. GranuFoam Bridge Dressing Kit

V.A.C. GranuFoam Bridge Dressing Kit

Ready-made V.A.C. GranuFoam bridge dressing designed to reduce dressing-sizing time and provide a pre-formed bridge. Contains 1 × pre-formed bridge, 1 × pre-sized V.A.C. GranuFoam bridge dressing, 1 × drape and 1 × disposable ruler.

V.A.C. GranuFoam Dressing Kits with SensaT.R.A.C.

V.A.C. GranuFoam Dressing Kits with SensaT.R.A.C.

An advanced wound dressing designed to assist granulation tissue formation and enhance exudate removal. Kits contain 1 × polyurethane foam, 2 × drapes (5 × drapes in the extra large) and 1 × SensaT.R.A.C. Pad.

V.A.C. Granufoam Silver Dressing Kits with SensaT.R.A.C.

Combines the benefits of GranuFoam with the antimicrobial properties of silver. The flexible design adapts to the contours of deep irregularly shaped wounds, providing an intimate contact layer. Kits contain 1 × polyurethane foam with 10% silver w/w,…

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Choice Dressing

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Choice Dressing

Designed for use with the V.A.C. VeraFlo negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). Dressing kit comprises: VeraFlo Foam (three pieces) 18×12.5cm × varying thicknesses (0.8–3.2cm); wound ruler; V.A.C. advanced drape; 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, en…

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Dressing

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Dressing

Can be used on wounds with complex or awkward shapes, and is appropriate for use with V.A.C. VeraFlo. Dressing kit comprises: medium cleanse dressing, wound ruler, V.A.C. advanced drape, 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, enhanced VeraT.R.A.C. pad and…

V.A.C. VeraFlo Therapy Dressing

V.A.C. VeraFlo Therapy Dressing

Promotes granulation tissue formation and is appropriate for wounds when using V.A.C. VeraFlo therapy. Dressing kit comprises spiral VeraFlo Foam (two pieces) wound ruler, V.A.C. advanced drape, 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, enhanced VeraT.R.A.C.…

V.A.C. WhiteFoam

V.A.C. WhiteFoam

A non-adherent, versatile and comfortable advanced wound dressing with a higher tensile strength than V.A.C. GranuFoam dressing. Contains 1 × polyvinyl alcohol foam.

V.A.C. WhiteFoam Dressing Kits

V.A.C. WhiteFoam Dressing Kits

A non-adherent, versatile and comfortable advanced wound dressing with a higher tensile strength than V.A.C. GranuFoam dressing. Contains 1 × polyvinyl alcohol foam, 1 x drape and 1 x SensaT.R.A.C. Pad.

V.A.C.Via 7-Day Kit

V.A.C.Via 7-Day Kit

Single-use, lightweight, portable negative pressure therapy system that can be used for 7 days. Each 7-day kit includes: one 7-day therapy unit; 3 × medium spiral GranuFoam dressing kit; 2 × 250ml canister with isolyser; 1 × AC power cord/charger; 1…

V.A.C.Via Canister 250ml

V.A.C.Via Canister 250ml

Single-use, latex-free, sterile 250ml exudate collection canister with gel solidifier, tubing clamp and connector