Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Absorbents

#AOne Gelling Fibre

Gelling fibre dressing that, after absorbing the exudate, rapidly swells to form a transparent gel, preventing leakage and maceration, maintaining an optimal moist healing environment.

365 Non Adherent

Sterile, absorbent wound dressing pads with absorbent inner layers and a perforated low-adherent wound contact layer.

365 SuperAbsorbent

Multilayer sterile, superabsorbent dressing comprising a low-adherent contact mesh layer, a superabsorbent core, and a permeable, water-resistant backing layer

AbsoPad

An absorbent, non-adherent dressing laminated on one side with a PE net to prevent wound adherence. The dressing is perforated to allow the passage of exudate from the wound into the pad.

Absorbent Pads 485

Absorbent dressing pads. Comprises highly absorbent pure cellulose pulp with a fluid-repellant backing. Available in both non-sterile and sterile formats.

ActivHeal Aquafiber

A soft, conformable, highly absorbent dressing that converts into a soft clear gel when in contact with wound exudate. Contains a reinforcing layer between two layers of absorbent fibres to improve the integrity of the dressing when it is wet, so that it can be removed intact.

ActivHeal Aquafiber Extra

ActivHeal Aquafiber Extra

Combines two wound-care technologies: carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and alginate fibres. A soft, conformable, highly absorbent dressing that converts into a soft clear gel when in contact with wound exudate. A hidden integrity layer in the dressing aids intact removal. Can remain in situ for up to 7 days.

Alldress

Alldress

Absorbent vapour-permeable adhesive film dressing.

Aquacel Ag Burn

Aquacel Ag Burn

Absorbent, white fibrous dressing composed of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) impregnated with 1.2% ionic silver. A nylon thread is used to stitch bond the product along its length.

Aquacel Ag Foam

Aquacel Ag Foam

Adhesive and non-adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam dressings consisting of a waterproof outer polyurethane layer and a multilayered absorbent pad. The adhesive version has a silicone adhesive border. The multilayer absorbent pad contains a layer of polyurethane foam and a non-woven layer of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) impregnated with 1.2% ionic silver.

Aquacel Ag Surgical Cover Dressing

Aquacel Ag Surgical Cover Dressing

Cover dressing comprising absorbent, white fibrous dressing pad of sodium carboxymethylcellulose, impregnated with 1.2% ionic silver. Backed by a waterproof polyurethane film, with a conformable hydrocolloid adhesive.

Aquacel Ag+ Extra

Aquacel Ag+ Extra

Soft, sterile non-woven dressing made from two layers of 1.2% ionic silver-impregnated Hydrofiber; sodium carboxymethylcellulose and enhanced with antibiofilm technology, stitched together with cellulose-strengthening fibres. Absorbs wound fluid, and disrupts and breaks down biofilm to expose and kill bacteria, while preventing biofilm re-formation. Provides nine times stronger tensile strength and 50% greater absorption than Aquacel Ag.

Aquacel Ag+ Ribbon Dressing

Aquacel Ag+ Ribbon Dressing

Soft, sterile non-woven ribbon dressing made from a layer of 1.2% ionic silver-impregnated Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) and enhanced with anti-biofilm technology, stitched together with cellulose strengthening fibres. Absorbs wound fluid, disrupts and breaks down biofilm to expose and kill bacteria, while preventing biofilm reformation.

Aquacel Extra

Aquacel Extra

Soft, sterile, non-woven pad or ribbon dressing composed of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethyl­cellulose). Absorbs wound fluid and transforms into a soft gel. Provides nine times stronger tensile strength and greater absorption compared with Aquacel.

Aquacel Foam

Aquacel Foam

Adhesive and non-adhesive sterile Hydrofiber foam dressings consisting of a waterproof outer polyurethane film and a multi-layered absorbent pad. The adhesive version has a silicone adhesive border. The multilayer absorbent pad contains a layer of polyurethane foam and a non-woven layer of Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose).

Aquacel Ribbon

Aquacel Ribbon

Soft, sterile, non-woven, Hydrofiber (sodium carboxymethylcellulose) ribbon dressing with stitch-bonded fibres to increase tensile strength. Absorbs wound fluid and transforms into a soft gel.

Aquacel Surgical Cover Dressing

Aquacel Surgical Cover Dressing

Conformable cover dressing formed of a soft, sterile, non-woven pad of sodium carboxymethylcellulose with a waterproof polyurethane film backing and hydrocolloid adhesive

Biatain Fiber

Gelling fiber dressing. Soft, sterile primary wound dressing made of non-woven sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) fibers with bicomponent fibers and a thermo-bonded net added for strength.

Biatain Super Adhesive

Highly absorbent dressing consisting of a superabsorbent hydrocapillary pad with a semipermeable, water and bacteria-proof top film, a hydrocolloid component for adhesion and a non-adhesive wound contact layer.

Biatain Super Non-adhesive

A highly absorbent dressing consisting of a superabsorbent hydrocapillary pad with a semi-permeable, water- and bacteria-proof top film, a non-adhesive wound contact layer and a microporous skin protection layer. Can be used under compression.

Bordered Gauze

Adhesive island dressing comprising a non-adherent centre pad, non-woven adhesive border and a water-resistant backing.

ConvaMax Superabsorber

ConvaMax Superabsorber

A superabsorber dressing that manages high levels of exudate, to maintain skin integrity and support healing by absorbing exudate through the skin contact layer, into the core which contains superabsorbent polymers where it locks the exudate into a gel. This means the fluid is retained, even under compression.

Cosmopor

Cosmopor

Water-repellent, self-adhesive island wound dressing with polyacrylate adhesive and non-adherent absorbent pad. Gentler than Cosmopor E.

Cosmopor E

Self-adhesive, island wound dressing with non-adherent absorbent pad

CovaWound SuperAbsorbent

A multilayer dressing comprising a soft polyethylene, non-adherent, hydrophilic wound contact layer, a polyurethane foam with superabsorbent polymer (SAP) core and a non-woven fibre top layer. The non-adherent hydrophilic wound contact layer enables fluid transmission through to the SAP core.

C-Sorb

Multi-layered superabsorbent non-adhesive dressing to manage exudate and minimise maceration. Comprises soft contact layer, superabsorbent polymer core to lock away bacteria, and fluid-repellent backing.

C-Sorb Silicone

Superabsorbent dressing comprising a fluid-repellent backing that prevents strike-through for patient comfort and safety; a gentle silicone contact layer that allows free flow of fluids to the dressing while maintaining stable fixation and enabling pain-free removal; a fast-wicking layer that offers even absorption; and a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) core that locks away bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases

Curea P1

A multipurpose dressing (MPD) based on SuperCore technology. Includes a non-woven interface layer for soft debridement; a non-sagging airlaid core of natural fibres and sodium polyacrylates; breathable backsheet and laminated edges. Contains superabsorbent materials. Absorbs under pressure (including compression) with no sagging. Can be used to bind microorganisms and MMPs and for soft debridement.

Curea P1 Drain

Dressing for sterile coverage of wounds and absorption of wound exudate. Slit design is particularly suitable for use with drains and catheters. Due to the cross cut, the dressing fits around tubing systems or cables with different diameters and absorbs exudate. This keeps the exit site dry and protects it from inflammation.

Curea P2

A multipurpose dressing (MPD) including a non-adherent interface layer based on SuperCore technology; a non-sagging airlaid core of natural fibres and sodium polyacrylates; breathable backsheet and laminated edges

Cutimed HydroControl

Sterile, absorbent hydropolymer dressing consisting of semipermeable polyurethane film and hydropolymer adhesive layer with pores.

Cutimed Sorbact Dressing Pad

Cutimed Sorbact Dressing Pad

Sorbact-technology-coated hydrophobic antimicrobial dressing designed to absorb exudate and bind bacteria under moist wound conditions

Cutimed Sorbion Border

Sterile, hydroactive, gel-forming, self-adhesive dressing with hypoallergenic polypropylene outer sheath and an inner core of superabsorbent polymers and cellulose

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Extra

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Extra

Very high absorption capacity with Hydration Response Technology (HRT); this dressing combines a hypoallergenic polypropylene outer sheath with an inner core consisting of superabsorbent polymers and cellulose. Can be used under compression. Suitable for wounds that require a longer wear time.

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star

Uniquely shaped Hydration Response Technology (HTR) dressing for difficult-to-dress anatomical sites. Flexible hypoallergenic primary dressing that absorbs and binds exudate.

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet S

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet S

Superabsorbent dressing with Hydration Response Technology (HRT). It has a hypoallergenic polyproplyene outer sheath and an inner core consisting of superabsorbent polymers and cellulose. Does not contain glue or adhesives. Can be used under compression.

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet S Drainage

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet S Drainage

Designed for use with catheters and drainage tubes. Highly absorbent Hydration Response Technology (HRT) dressing with a flexible hypoallergenic polypropylene outer sheath and an inner core consisting of superabsorbent polymers and cellulose. Does not contain glue or adhesives. Absorbs and binds exudate.

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet XL

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet XL

A specially shaped Hydration Response Technology dressing for large difficult-to-dress anatomical sites such as the lower leg, sacral region, thigh and lower part of the abdomen. Hypoallergenic primary dressing that absorbs and binds exudate. Can be used under compression.

Cutimed Sorbion Sana Gentle

Cutimed Sorbion Sana Gentle

Atraumatic, Hydration Response Technology (HRT), absorbent dressing with advanced, three-dimensional, non-adherent polyethelene wound contact layer. Hypoallergenic. Effective under compression.

Cutisorb Ultra

Five-layer approach to exudate management, including absorbent particles and a distribution layer, that helps provide absorption and keep excess moisture away from skin, even under compression. This, combined with a non-sticking, soft wound contact layer, ensures more gentle and less frequent dressing changes.

DryMax Blue

DryMax Blue

Sterile, conformable, superabsorbent dressing. Exudate is absorbed vertically by the dressing and retained in the Absorbest core to form a gel. A white hydrophilic wound contact layer transports fluid away from the wound and distributes it evenly into the core. The dressing’s blue hydrophobic backing reduces the risk of wound fluid strikethrough.

DryMax Border

DryMax Border

Sterile, bordered superabsorbent dressing with a silicone wound contact layer for fixation. Exudate is transported away from the wound area into the Absorbest core. Gentle silicone border allows for easy application and repositiioning.

DryMax Super

DryMax Super

Sterile, conformable, superabsorbent dressing. Absorbs exudate vertically in the dressing and retains it in the core to form a gel.

Durafiber

A highly absorbent, non-woven, gelling fibre dressing composed of a blend of cellulose-based fibres. When the dressing fibres come into contact with exudate, they swell and form a soft cohesive gel sheet. Exudate is locked within the gel dressing structure.

Durafiber (1)

A highly absorbent, non-woven, gelling fibre dressing composed of a blend of cellulose-based fibres. When the dressing fibres come into contact with exudate, they swell and form a soft cohesive gel sheet. Exudate is locked within the gel dressing structure.

Durafiber Ag

A highly absorbent, non-woven, silver gelling fibre dressing composed of a blend of cellulose-based fibres. When the dressing fibres come into contact with exudate, they swell and form a soft cohesive gel sheet. Exudate is locked in the dressing structure.

Durafiber Ag (1)

A highly absorbent, non-woven, silver gelling fibre dressing composed of a blend of cellulose-based fibres. When the dressing fibres come into contact with exudate, they swell and form a soft cohesive gel sheet. Exudate is locked in the dressing structure.

Eclypse

Eclypse

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology and non-strikethrough backing

Eclypse Adherent

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology, non-strikethrough backing and soft silicone contact layer

Eclypse Boot

Eclypse Boot

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology and non-strikethrough backing. Shaped to fit securely around the lower leg.

Eclypse Border

Eclypse Border

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology, non-strikethrough backing, soft silicone contact layer and adhesive border

Eclypse Border Oval

Eclypse Border Oval

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology, non-strikethrough backing, soft silicone contact layer and adhesive border

Eclypse Contour

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology and non-strikethrough backing. Shaped to mould to body contours.

Eclypse Foot

Superabsorbent dressing with CrystaLock technology and non-strikethrough backing. Shaped to fit securely around the foot.

Empad

Empad

Highly absorbent cellulose pad with non-strikethrough backing and non-adherent contact layer.

Emplin NA

Non-adherent multilayer absorbent dressing with perforated film face.

Empore

Empore

Adhesive non-woven island dressing with absorbent pad.

Exu-Dry

One-piece multilayer highly absorbent non-adherent anti-shear wound dressing

Exu-Dry (1)

One-piece multilayer highly absorbent non-adherent anti-shear wound dressing

Exufiber

Exufiber

Sterile non-woven dressing made from highly absorbent polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibres. Transforms into a gelon contact with wound exudate. Available as pad and ribbon dressings.

Exufiber Ag+

Exufiber Ag+

Sterile, soft, non-woven dressing made from highly absorbent and gel-forming polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibres, coated with silver sulphate on both sides, with an antimicrobial action against a broad range of wound-relevant pathogens. High absorption and retention capacity to maintain moist wound environment. The structural integrity of the dressing supports removal in one piece.

FarlaSORB

FarlaSORB

A superabsorbent dressing comprising a permeable, waterproof backing, a superabsorbent pad and a rapid ‘hydro-penetrating’ non-woven contact layer

HidraWear

HidraWear

Wearable wound care. Wearable retention dressing system for self-management of moderate to high exuding wounds in difficult-to-dress areas, without the need for adhesives that can irritate and further damage the skin. Combines reusable garments with superabsorbent HidraWear dressings, which are secured in place by HidraHex hook and loop technology. Seams on the outside of the garment allow the soft, breathable fabric to conform to the skin to further reduce irritation and allow smooth and frictionless movement.

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.

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 all forms of compression.

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 an acrylic adhesive border.

Kliniderm Superabsorbent

A superabsorbent dressing comprising of four layers; a hydrophilic wound contact layer, an intermediate layer, a superabsorbent inner core and a fluid repellent backing layer. The superabsorbent inner core locks in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. Contains no glues, adhesives or latex. Effective under compression.

KytoCel

A soft, sterile, absorbent gelling fibre dressing made from chitosan. Transforms into a soft gel on absorption of wound exudate. Can aid autolytic debridement, promote haemostasis and be removed in one piece without damaging newly formed tissue.

Leukomed

Non-woven island dressing with absorbent pad.

MaxioCel

MaxioCel

Sterile, absorbent 100% chitosan gelling microfibre primary wound dressing. Transforms into a cohesive gel matrix when in contact with wound exudate, helping to maintain a moist environment. Aids autolytic debridement and can control minor bleeding. Easy to remove. Improves patient comfort.

Medical Non-Woven Swab

Soft latex-free non-woven swabs with high absorbency and low-linting feature for strength and durability.

Melolin

Absorbent perforated film-faced dressing.

Melolin (1)

Absorbent perforated film-faced dressing.

Melolite

Highly absorbent, low-adherent dressing. Comprises three layers: a low-adherent perforated film; a highly absorbent cotton/acrylic pad; a hydrophobic backing layer.

Melolite (1)

Highly absorbent, low-adherent dressing. Comprises three layers: a low-adherent perforated film; a highly absorbent cotton/acrylic pad; a hydrophobic backing layer.

Mepore

Mepore

Sterile, self-adhesive and absorbent dressing.

Mepore Film and Pad

Mepore Film and Pad

Sterile, transparent, self-adhesive, absorbent and showerproof film dressing with a bacterial barrier

Mesorb

Mesorb

Absorbent cellulose dressing with water-repellent backing.

Metalline Tracheo

Single-sided, non-adhesive aluminised wound pad for acute wounds at tracheostomy, tube or drain sites. Flexible and soft with a smooth surface, makes this gentle on the wound.

Mextra Superabsorbent

Mextra Superabsorbent

Superabsorbent dressing with fluid-repellent, non-woven backing, a superabsorbent core and a non-woven wound contact layer. Exudate is absorbed through the wound contact layer and retained within the core.

Opsite Plus

Transparent waterproof dressing with absorbent pad.

Opsite Post-Op

Vapour-permeable adhesive film dressing with absorbent pad.

PolyMem Max

A hydrophilic polyurethane matrix with a mild, non-toxic wound cleanser, a soothing moisturiser, a superabsorbent and a semi-permeable film backing. Sixty per cent thicker than PolyMem for more absorbency and longer wear time. Designed to facilitate healing, relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Adhesive and non-adhesive versions available. For all wound types, including painful wounds.

Primapore

Absorbent perforated dressing with adhesive border.

Primapore (1)

Absorbent perforated dressing with adhesive border.

Skintact

Double-sided, absorbent, low-adherent perforated film dressing

Softpore

Postoperative wound island dressing with fluid-repellent, breathable backing

Solvaline N

Low adherent, easy-to-use absorbent dressing with great air permeability.

Suprasorb Liquacel

A hydroactive gelling fibre dressing made of cellulose fibres and cellulose ethyl sulfonate fibres (CES). Forms a gel on contact with exudate.

Telfa AMD

Absorbent pad dressing with non-adherent contact layer and non-woven backing. Impregnated with broad-spectrum antimicrobial (Polyhexanide 0.2%). Available as pads and island dressings.

UrgoTul Absorb Border

UrgoTul Absorb Border

An absorbent foam dressing with a silicone border featuring a TLC Healing Matrix that provides a nurturing environment for healing, pain-free dressing changes and harm-free care. Can stay in place for up to 7 days.

Vacutex

Dressing incorporating patented three-layer polyester-cotton structure to promote rapid capillary action, lifting, transporting and retaining exudate.

Vliwasorb Adhesive

An all-in-one superabsorbent dressing with a skin-friendly, self-adjusting adhesive membrane

Vliwasorb Pro

Improved highly conformable superabsorbent dressing with integrated wound contact layer and blue outer clothing-protection layer for greater patient comfort. Exudate and bacteria are locked away within the superabsorbent core.

Xupad

Soft and absorbent dressing pad with fluid-repellent backing.

Zetuvit E

Zetuvit E

Highly absorbent cellulose pad with fluid-repellant backing