Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

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Foams Convatec

ConvaFoam Border

Adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam wound dressing, consisting of a showerproof, breathable outer polyurethane film, a multi-layered absorbent central pad and a perforated silicone adhesive skin contact border. The multi-layer absorbent pad contains polyurethane foam, superabsorbent fibres and a Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) wound contact layer.

Indications

Management of exuding and non-exuding wounds and protection of intact skin. May be used for wounds such as leg ulcers, pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds and traumatic wounds. May also be used on intact skin as part of a pressure injury prevention protocol.

Contraindications

Allergy or sensitivity to dressing or components

Price

  • 8×8cm, £1.55
  • 10×10cm, £2.32
  • 12.5×12.5cm, £2.77
  • 15×15cm, £4.15
  • 17.5×17.5cm, £5.75
  • multisite 19.8×14cm, £5.17
  • large sacral 21×24cm, £6.23
  • small sacral 16.5×20cm, £4.94
  • 21×21cm, £8.48

Foams

All Foams
Kerraheel
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Kerraheel

Sterile hydrocellular heel dressing with a vapour-permeable, waterproof and bacteria-resistant polyurethane film
Reston Self-Adhering Foam
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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.
Tegaderm Foam
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 Silicone Foam Border Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Tegaderm Silicone Foam Border Dressing

Silicone adhesive wound dressing
Tegaderm Silicone Foam Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Tegaderm Silicone Foam Dressing

Stays in place with minimal lifting and rolling. It is an appropriate choice for your wound management and pressure injury prevention programs. Gentle even on fragile skin and does not cause damage to the wound, periwound or surrounding skin. It can be used with compression therapy and is designed to manage varying levels of exudate, from low to high.