Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

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Mepilex XT
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Mepilex XT

A highly conformable foam dressing that absorbs both low and high viscosity exudate. Consists of a flexible absorbent polyurethane foam, soft silicone wound contact layer and a film backing.

Indications

A wide range of exuding acute and chronic wounds in all stages of the healing trajectory, including leg and foot ulcers, pressure ulcers and traumatic wounds such as skin tears and wounds healing by secondary intention

Price

  • 10×11cm, £2.85
  • 11×20cm, £4.71
  • 15×16cm, £5.18
  • 20×21cm, £7.81

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.