How does it work?
Hydrofiber® Technology gels on contact with fluid and rapidly absorbs fluid directly into its fibers1
- Fluid is absorbed directly into the fiber structure, as illustrated below:
- The fibers gel on contact with moisture from the wound and absorption continues as a result of their hydrophilic nature.
- Dressings containing Hydrofiber® Technology retain fluid through the unique gelling action of the fibers.
- Hydrofiber® Technology is a pure polymeric NaCMC hydrocolloid in fibrous form, which is derived from natural cellulose.
- Vertical wicking carries moisture into the dressing where the fibers swell and entrap the exudate.1
- The result is a clear, soft and cohesive hydrated gel with structural integrity2
- Exudate and its potentially harmful components (e.g. bacteria) are locked within the dressing2
| Scanning electron micrograph showing sequestration of Staphylococcus aureus at a 100 times magnification.2 |
References [+]
- Waring MJ, Parsons D (2001). Physico-chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fibres. Biomaterials 22(9): 903-912
- Walker M, Hobot JA, Newman GR, Bowler PG. Scanning electron microscopic examination of bacterial immobilisation in a carboxymethyl cellulose (AQUACEL®) and alginate dressing. Biomaterials. 2003; 24: 883-890