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DuoDERM Signal^® Dressing

DuoDERM Signal^® Dressing is a primary dressing for low-to-moderately exuding wounds.

It can also be used as a secondary dressing to secure AQUACEL^® Dressing or AQUACEL^® Ag Dressing.

OPTIMIZED DRESSING USE

• Exudate reaching the green line indicates when dressing needs changing, reducing premature dressing changes
• Thin, smooth low-friction backing designed to reduce shearing that can prematurely dislodge the dressing

PROTECTION

• Thin polyurethane film provides a bacterial¹and viral² barrier^a
• Film provides a waterproof barrier over the dressing
• Easy to apply and can be removed without damaging newly formed tissue
• The tapered edge prevents rucking on bed clothes or bedding

EASE OF APPLICATION

• Translucent backing enhances dressing placement and initial monitoring of the wound
• The tapered edge contours to difficult areas

Areas subject to friction force, including the heels, buttocks, sacrum, elbows, and trochanters, are likely to develop wounds (or breakdown around wounds)³.

DuoDERM Signal^® comes in various shapes designed to be placed in these difficult to dress areas.

References [+]

1. Wilson P, Burroughs D, Dunn LJ. Methacilin-resistant staphylococcus aureus and hydrocolloid dressings. Pharm J. 1988; 243: 787-788
2. Bowler PG, Delargy H, Prince D, Fondberg L. The viral barrier properties of some occlusive dressings and their role in infection control. Wounds. 1993; 5: 1-8
3. Bryant RA, Clark RAF. Skin pathology and types of damage. In: Bryant RA, Nix DP. Acute & Chronic Wounds: Current Management Concepts. 3rd ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby, Inc; 2007:100-129