Foam Dressings are made from Polyurethane, Polyvinyl alchol or Silicone.Foam dressings help maintain a moist wound healing environment and can also act a protective cushion for fragile skin. Foam dressings come either with or without an adhesive border and in a wide array of sizes and shapes.Additionally, some foam dressings also contain anti-microbials such as manuka honey, silver and iodine.They are generally easy to apply and remove.Depending on the level of exudate, foam dressings can remain in place for up to 7 days. Foam Dressings are suitable for use on exuding wounds.They are not advisable to use on dry wounds.
Aquacel Foam is a dressing consisting of a waterproof outer polyurethane film and a multi layer pad consisting of polyurethane foam and hydrofiber. Its available both as an adhesive and non-adhesive dressing, the adhesive dressing having a silicone adhesive border. Aquacel Foam is also available with silver for use on infected wounds
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