Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

Negative pressure wound therapy

Abthera Advance Open Abdomen Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Abthera Advance Open Abdomen Dressing

When used with VACUlta, 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 from external contaminates
ABThera SensaT.R.A.C. Open Abdomen Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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

When used with the VAC 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 abdominal contents from external contamination.
ActiV.A.C. Canister 300ml
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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
Solventum (KCI Medical)

ActiV.A.C. Therapy Unit

Lightweight, portable VAC 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.

Avance Solo
Mölnlycke

Avance Solo

System consists of Avance Solo pump, Avance Solo 50ml canister, Avance Solo border dressing and Avance Solo foam that together form a system for wound management via the application of negative pressure.
Avelle
Convatec

Avelle

A small, portable, disposable negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) pump that is used in combination with Hydrofiber technology. Pump life is 30 days. The full system comprises a pump, tubing and Hydrofiber dressings. Pumps and dressings are sold separately. There is also an optional bag. The pump contains: 1 × Avelle NPWT unit; 1 × extension tubing with luer connections; 2 × sets of AAA batteries. The dressing pack contains: 5 × Avelle NPWT sterile dressing each with a set of 6 sterile adhesive fixation strips.
Duo
Creed Health

Duo

Small NPWT instillation system, with a battery life up to 10 hours. The system offers an automated instillation mechanism within the unit, negating the need for additional cassettes.
Pico 14 Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System
Smith+Nephew

Pico 14 Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Single-use, portable negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system that manages low to moderate volumes of exudate. PICO 14 sNPWT consists of a pump, coiled extension tubing, batteries, sterile dressings and fixation strips. The PICO 14 pump maintains negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) at 80 mmHg (nominal) to the wound surface. Exudate is managed by the dressing through a combination of absorption and evaporation of moisture through the outer film. The PICO 14 system is intended to be used for up to 14 days.
Pico 7 Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System
Smith+Nephew

Pico 7 Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Single-use, portable negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system that manages low to moderate volumes of exudate. PICO 7 sNPWT consists of a pump, coiled extension tubing, batteries and sterile dressing(s). The PICO 7 pump maintains NPWT at 80mmHg (nominal) to the wound surface. Exudate is managed by the dressing through a combination of absorption and evaporation of moisture through the outer film. The PICO 7 dual dressing kit is intended to be used for up to 7 days on low to moderately exuding wounds.
Pico 7Y Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System
Smith+Nephew

Pico 7Y Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Single-use, portable negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system that manages low to moderate volumes of exudate. PICO 7Y is a device that provides suction to two wounds at the same time which may promote wound healing, providing therapy for up to 7 days. Consists of 1 pump, 2 sterile dressings, sterile retention strips and 2 AA batteries.
Prevena 45ml Canister
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena 45ml Canister

Single-use 45ml canister with connecting tubing
Prevena Duo Incision Management System
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Duo Incision Management System

Single, portable, disposable therapy unit for the management of two closed surgical incisions
Prevena Peel and Place Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 colonisation within the fabric, and not to treat infection.
Prevena Peel and Place System Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Peel and Place System Kit

Lightweight, portable, single-use, disposable negative pressure therapy system that can be used for 7 days
Prevena Plus 150ml Canister
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Plus 150ml Canister

Single-use, disposable 150cc/ml canister with connecting tubing
Prevena Plus Dressing Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Plus Dressing Kit

For use on non-linear or ≤90cm linear incisions. Comprises Prevena Customizable dressing with hydrocolloid, SensaTRAC pad, four VAC drapes, ruler with sticker and a hydrocolloid strip.
Prevena Plus Standalone Extended Life System Kit (14-Day)
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Plus Standalone Extended Life System Kit (14-Day)

Powered by negative pressure, the Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit provides up to 14 days of active incision management therapy
Prevena Plus System Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Plus System Kit

For use on non-linear or ≤90cm linear incisions. Comprises Prevena Customizable hydrocolloid dressing, SensaTRAC pad, VAC Drape, ruler with sticker, hydrocolloid strips, Prevena Plus canister with Prevena Plus connector, Prevena Plus 125 therapy unit, carrying case and Prevena Plus Unit
Prevena Plus System with Prevena Peel and Place Dressing — 35cm
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Prevena Plus System with Prevena Peel and Place Dressing — 35cm

For use when applying negative pressure wound therapy to linear closed incisions up to 35cm long
Renasys Adhesive Gel Patch
Smith+Nephew

Renasys Adhesive Gel Patch

Sterile, single-use device designed for use with existing Smith+Nephew negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) dressing kits.
Renasys Soft Port
Smith+Nephew

Renasys Soft Port

For use as an additional port for Renasys negative pressure wound therapy dressing kits.
Renasys Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Canister Kits
Smith+Nephew

Renasys Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Canister Kits

Single-use sealed canister with solidifier for use with Renasys Touch negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system.
Renasys Y-Connector Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Smith+Nephew

Renasys Y-Connector Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Can be used to connect one or two wounds through two Renasys Soft Ports and/or Drains to a single pump.
Renasys-F Foam Dressing Kits with Soft-Port Negative Pressure Therapy
Smith+Nephew

Renasys-F Foam Dressing Kits with Soft-Port Negative Pressure Therapy

Intended to be used in conjunction with Renasys negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) systems. The Renasys Dressing Kit acts to seal the wound and provide a conduit for the delivery of negative pressure. Once connected to the pump, exudate is removed from the wound cavity into the canister.
Renasys-G Drain Gauze Dressing Kit
Smith+Nephew

Renasys-G Drain Gauze Dressing Kit

Gauze dressing kit with a drain for use with Renasys negative pressure wound therapy systems
Renasys-G Gauze Dressing Kits with Soft-Port Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Smith+Nephew

Renasys-G Gauze Dressing Kits with Soft-Port Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Intended to be used in conjunction with Renasys negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) systems. The Renasys Dressing Kit acts to seal the wound and provide a conduit for the delivery of negative pressure. Once connected to the pump, exudate is removed from the wound cavity into the canister.
SensaT.R.A.C. Pad
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 TRAC pad, the pressure sensors of the SensaTRAC Pad, in conjunction with the therapy unit software, monitor the wound pressure continuously to ensure the prescribed negative pressure therapy is delivered. Helps reduce blockages and facilitates exudate removal. Comes with tubing clamp and connector.
SNAP Advanced Dressing Kit (Foam)
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 SecurRing Hydrocolloid
Solventum (KCI Medical)

SNAP SecurRing Hydrocolloid

Moldable hydrocolloid ring that absorbs moisture and provides a secure fit
SNAP Therapy Cartridge
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 setting.
SNAP Therapy Strap
Solventum (KCI Medical)

SNAP Therapy Strap

Can be used to secure SNAP Therapy Cartridge discreetly to the body under clothing
T.R.A.C. ‘Y’ Connector
Solventum (KCI Medical)

T.R.A.C. ‘Y’ Connector

Can be used to connect the dressing tubing from two wound sites
Uno+
Creed Health

Uno+

Lightweight portable NPWT device, with a battery life up to 40 hours, providing flexibility with a selection of 200ml and 300ml canister options. It accommodates a wide variety of dressings, which can be customised by cutting them to fit the wound shape, including a hybrid all in one dressing or quick and easy dressing changes.
V.A.C. Drape
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. Drape

Occlusive drape
V.A.C. Gel Strip
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. Gel Strip

Double-sided adhesive hydrogel strip
V.A.C. GranuFoam Bridge Dressing Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. GranuFoam Bridge Dressing Kit

Ready-made VAC GranuFoam bridge dressing designed to reduce dressing-sizing time and provide a pre-formed bridge. Contains 1 × pre-formed bridge, 1 × pre-sized VAC GranuFoam bridge dressing, 1 × drape and 1 × disposable ruler.
V.A.C. GranuFoam Dressing Kits with SensaT.R.A.C.
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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 × SensaTRAC Pad.
V.A.C. Granufoam Silver Dressing Kits with SensaT.R.A.C.
Solventum (KCI Medical)

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, 1/2 × drapes and 1 × SensaTRAC Pad.
V.A.C. Simplace EX Dressing Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. Simplace EX Dressing Kit

Easy-to-use, easy-to-size, quick-to-drape, with all of the benefits of VAC therapy.
V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Choice Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Choice Dressing

Designed for use with the VAC VeraFlo negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). Dressing kit comprises: VeraFlo Foam (three pieces) 18×12.5cm × varying thicknesses (0.8–3.2cm); wound ruler; VAC advanced drape; 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, enhanced VeraTRAC pad and tubing
V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. VeraFlo Cleanse Dressing

Can be used on wounds with complex or awkward shapes, and is appropriate for use with VAC VeraFlo. Dressing kit comprises: medium cleanse dressing, wound ruler, VAC advanced drape, 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, enhanced VeraTRAC pad and tubing.
V.A.C. VeraFlo Therapy Dressing
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. VeraFlo Therapy Dressing

Promotes granulation tissue formation and is appropriate for wounds when using VAC VeraFlo therapy. Dressing kit comprises spiral VeraFlo Foam (two pieces) wound ruler, VAC advanced drape, 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film, enhanced VeraTRAC pad and tubing.
V.A.C. VeraLink Cassette
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. VeraLink Cassette

Holds and delivers user-provided wound solutions
V.A.C. WhiteFoam
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. WhiteFoam

A non-adherent, versatile and comfortable advanced wound dressing with a higher tensile strength than VAC GranuFoam dressing. Contains 1 × polyvinyl alcohol foam.
V.A.C. WhiteFoam Dressing Kits
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C. WhiteFoam Dressing Kits

A non-adherent, versatile and comfortable advanced wound dressing with a higher tensile strength than VAC GranuFoam dressing. Contains 1 × polyvinyl alcohol foam, 1 x drape and 1 x SensaTRAC Pad.
V.A.C.Ulta Canister with Gel
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C.Ulta Canister with Gel

Single-use, sterile, exudate-collection canister with gel solidifier, tubing clamp and connector
V.A.C.Ulta Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C.Ulta Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

An integrated wound management system that provides negative pressure wound therapy with an instillation option. Intended for use with topical wound solutions only.
V.A.C.VeraT.R.A.C. Duo Tubing Set
Solventum (KCI Medical)

V.A.C.VeraT.R.A.C. Duo Tubing Set

VACVeraFlo therapy accessory. Separate delivery and removal pads help enhance fluid circulation. Single-use only.
Venturi Canister Kits
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi Canister Kits

Canisters incorporating exudate solidifying granules, hydrophobic and bacterial filters for use with Venturi topical negative pressure devices
Venturi Compact
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi Compact

Negative pressure wound therapy device comprising pump unit and canister for exudate storage
Venturi MiNO NPWT System
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi MiNO NPWT System

Discreet, lightweight, portable NWPT device comprising pump unit and canister for exudate storage. Measuring 105×52×112mm, with a 150ml capacity canister, and weighing 250g, the system is suitable for treatment ‘on the move’.
Venturi MiNO Wound Care Sets
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi MiNO Wound Care Sets

Delivers NPWT through either gauze or foam wound care sets. Each wound care set includes gauze and saline or slim foam, together with a portal drain and transparent dressing.
Venturi Wound Care Sets
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi Wound Care Sets

Dressing kits for use with Venturi Avanti and Compact NPWT devices
Venturi Y-Connectors
Direct Healthcare Group

Venturi Y-Connectors

Y-connector for use with Venturi Wound Care Sets. Allows flexible treatment of large or multiple wound sites, or simultaneous treatment of wounds requiring different drain types.