Journal of Woundcare Handbook

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Jobst Comprifore Latex-free

Essity (T/A BSN medical)

Description

Four-layer bandage kit providing graduated compression of 40mmHg at the ankle. The kit contains four latex-free bandages: Jobst Comprifore no. 1, an absorbent padding bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 2, a light conforming bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 3, a light compression bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 4, a flexible cohesive compression bandage.

Indications

For the treatment of venous leg ulcers ≥0.8

Contraindications

Should not be used on patients with an ABPI of <0.8 or on diabetic patients with advanced small vessel disease. Please refer to the package insert for full instructions on the safe use of these products.

Price

Kit: ankle 18–25cm, £7.75; components:10cm×3.5 (unstretched), £0.43; 10cm×4.5 (stretched), £0.93; 10cm×8.7m (stretched), £2.30; 10cm×2.5m (unstretched), £2.87

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