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Exudate Management

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Maintaining an optimal balance of exudate can be challenging, but is a critical part of wound care.

This protein-rich fluid, similar in composition to plasma, is essential for the healing process. However, overproduction, underproduction or an abnormal composition can delay healing or adversely affect quality of life for patients.

Our dressings are designed to manage fluid levels, whilst also maintaining periwound skin integrity and can be used as a secondary dressing in combination with our AQUACEL® products.

Our Exudate Management Product Portfolio

AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™

AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™

AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings are antimicrobial primary dressings for use in wounds that are infected or at risk of infection. They are designed to manage the 3 key local barriers to healing - exudate, infection and biofilm. AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings incorporate proven Hydrofiber™ Technology and Ag+ Technology - a unique ionic silver-containing, antibiofilm formulation.1 AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings are available as AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™ and AQUACEL® Ag+ Ribbon dressings. AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™ dressing is comprised of 2 layers of Hydrofiber™ Technology stitch bonded together making it 9x stronger and 50% more absorbent than standard AQUACEL® Ag dressing.2* AQUACEL® Ag+ Ribbon dressing is also strengthened with stitchbonding. *As demonstrated in-vitro

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AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing

AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing

AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing is the newest addition to the AQUACEL® family of products. AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing has the 15 year clinical heritage of the AQUACEL® family of dressings.1 17 Randomized Controlled Trials 50+ review papers as well as scientific studies Demonstrated evidence of progressing wounds toward healing10-16 Shown to be a cost-reducing adjunct to a protocol of care17-19

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AQUACEL® Hydrofiber® Dressing

AQUACEL® Hydrofiber® Dressing

AQUACEL® Dressing incorporating unique Hydrofiber® Technology is a sterile, white, fibrous dressing derived from 100% sodium carboxymethylcellulose. It is a primary, versatile dressing indicated for use on moderately and highly exuding chronic and acute wounds.Also available in ribbon form, with stitchbonding for added strength.1 1. AQUACEL and AQUACEL AG with strengthening fibre. WHRI3178TA155. October 31, 2008. Data on file, ConvaTec.

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AQUACEL® Foam dressing

AQUACEL® Foam dressing

AQUACEL® Foam dressing has a soft absorbent foam pad, an AQUACEL®contact layer a gentle silicone adhesive, and a waterproof/bacteria barrier. AQUACEL® Foam dressing is the only FOAM that has comfort, simplicity and the healing benefits of an AQUACEL®contact layer

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AQUACEL® Foam Pro

AQUACEL® Foam Pro

AQUACEL® Foam Pro is the advanced foam dressing from ConvaTec that combines the benefits of silicone foam, with the unrivalled advantage of Hydrofiber® Technology for exudate management - designed to promote wound healing of chronic and acute wounds. AQUACEL® Foam Pro has a protective top layer - smooth, breathable polyurethane film that handles the evaporation (MVTR) of the absorbed wound fluid. It protects the wound from contamination, which reduces the risk of infection. The core of the bandage is a multi-layer foam bandage with Hydrofiber® technology that maintains a good microclimate on the skin. In addition, with vertical absorption, which traps the wound fluid in the bandage, and reduces spread in the side. This helps reduce the risk of leakage and maceration of the surrounding skin, even during compression. AQUACEL® Foam Pro provides efficient fluid management, improved patient comfort and is particularly suitable for patients with fragile and sensitive skin and can be used as a primary foam bandage for: Moderately exuding and bleeding wounds Chronic wounds: leg ulcers, pressure ulcers (categories II-IV), diabetic foot ulcers Acute wounds: such as surgical wounds (postoperative incisions, secondary healing wounds or donor surfaces), partial burns of the skin and skin abrasions and tears. AQUACEL® Foam Pro has a gentle silicone adhesive that ensures a durable and gentle adhesion. The bandage is changed when clinically indicated, or after a maximum of 7 days

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DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing

DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing

DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing is a hydrocolloid dressing indicated for the management of lightly exuding wounds. It combines a unique ConvaTec hydrocolloid formulation that distinguishes it from other hydrocolloid dressings and a vapour-permeable outer film to provide an occlusive moist environment.

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DuoDERM® CGF™ Sterile Dressing

DuoDERM® CGF™ Sterile Dressing

DuoDERM® CGF™ Dressing is a hydrocolloid, moisture-retentive wound dressing used for partial and full-thickness wounds with exudate. It incorporates a unique ConvaTec hydrocolloid formulation that distinguishes it from other hydrocolloid dressings. DuoDERM® CGF™ Dressing is indicated for chronic wounds - pressure ulcers (Stage I-IV), leg ulcers. Acute wounds - traumatic wounds (minor abrasions, lacerations) partial thickness burns and donor sites.

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AQUACEL® Ag SURGICAL cover dressing

AQUACEL® Ag SURGICAL cover dressing

Combination dressing with a mix of skin-friendly hydrocolloid technology for comfort during body movement, and proprietary Hydrofiber® Technology with ionic silver to help manage serosanguinous fluid. Cover layer of polyurethane film provides a viral, waterproof and bacterial barrier (when intact and with no leakage), for a high-performance dressing. Added ionic silver provides sustained antimicrobial activity for up to fourteen days as demonstrated by in vitro studies.1

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AQUACEL® Ag Ribbon Dressing with Strengthening Fiber

AQUACEL® Ag Ribbon Dressing with Strengthening Fiber

Ideal for packing smaller tunneling wounds, abscesses, sinus wounds and fistulas.

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KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing

KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing

KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing is an alginate dressing indicated as a primary dressing for moderately to highly exuding chronic and acute wounds, and for wounds with minor bleeding. On contact with exudates the dressing gradually forms a firm, moist gel which is highly absorbent.

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CarboFLEX® Odour Control Dressing

CarboFLEX® Odour Control Dressing

CarboFLEX® dressing is a sterile, non-adhesive dressing indicated as a primary dressing for shallow wounds or as a secondary dressing over a wound filler for deeper wounds. It is a five layer dressing specifically designed to address the management problems associated with malodorous wounds, combining an absorbent wound contact layer, an activated charcoal central pad and a smooth water-resistant top layer.

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ConvaMax™ Superabsorber

ConvaMax™ Superabsorber

ConvaMax™ is a new Superabsorber dressing designed to manage the challenges around highly exuding wounds. It combines high performance with softness and conformability. Highly absorbent, even under compression, it locks excess exudate and bacteria away from the wound.

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Exudate Management Learning Zone

Our comprehensive educational resource on exudate management, including the relationship between exudate levels and wound healing as well as factors that should influence dressing choice.

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Our product range includes dressings suitable for low, moderate and excessive levels of exudate

AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™

AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™

AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings are antimicrobial primary dressings for use in wounds that are infected or at risk of infection. They are designed to manage the 3 key local barriers to healing - exudate, infection and biofilm. AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings incorporate proven Hydrofiber™ Technology and Ag+ Technology - a unique ionic silver-containing, antibiofilm formulation.1 AQUACEL® Ag+ dressings are available as AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™ and AQUACEL® Ag+ Ribbon dressings. AQUACEL® Ag+ Extra™ dressing is comprised of 2 layers of Hydrofiber™ Technology stitch bonded together making it 9x stronger and 50% more absorbent than standard AQUACEL® Ag dressing.2* AQUACEL® Ag+ Ribbon dressing is also strengthened with stitchbonding. *As demonstrated in-vitro

Read more
AQUACEL® Foam Pro

AQUACEL® Foam Pro

AQUACEL® Foam Pro is the advanced foam dressing from ConvaTec that combines the benefits of silicone foam, with the unrivalled advantage of Hydrofiber® Technology for exudate management - designed to promote wound healing of chronic and acute wounds. AQUACEL® Foam Pro has a protective top layer - smooth, breathable polyurethane film that handles the evaporation (MVTR) of the absorbed wound fluid. It protects the wound from contamination, which reduces the risk of infection. The core of the bandage is a multi-layer foam bandage with Hydrofiber® technology that maintains a good microclimate on the skin. In addition, with vertical absorption, which traps the wound fluid in the bandage, and reduces spread in the side. This helps reduce the risk of leakage and maceration of the surrounding skin, even during compression. AQUACEL® Foam Pro provides efficient fluid management, improved patient comfort and is particularly suitable for patients with fragile and sensitive skin and can be used as a primary foam bandage for: Moderately exuding and bleeding wounds Chronic wounds: leg ulcers, pressure ulcers (categories II-IV), diabetic foot ulcers Acute wounds: such as surgical wounds (postoperative incisions, secondary healing wounds or donor surfaces), partial burns of the skin and skin abrasions and tears. AQUACEL® Foam Pro has a gentle silicone adhesive that ensures a durable and gentle adhesion. The bandage is changed when clinically indicated, or after a maximum of 7 days

Read more
AQUACEL® Foam dressing

AQUACEL® Foam dressing

AQUACEL® Foam dressing has a soft absorbent foam pad, an AQUACEL®contact layer a gentle silicone adhesive, and a waterproof/bacteria barrier. AQUACEL® Foam dressing is the only FOAM that has comfort, simplicity and the healing benefits of an AQUACEL®contact layer

Read more
AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing

AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing

AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing is the newest addition to the AQUACEL® family of products. AQUACEL® EXTRA™ Dressing has the 15 year clinical heritage of the AQUACEL® family of dressings.1 17 Randomized Controlled Trials 50+ review papers as well as scientific studies Demonstrated evidence of progressing wounds toward healing10-16 Shown to be a cost-reducing adjunct to a protocol of care17-19

Read more
AQUACEL® Hydrofiber® Dressing

AQUACEL® Hydrofiber® Dressing

AQUACEL® Dressing incorporating unique Hydrofiber® Technology is a sterile, white, fibrous dressing derived from 100% sodium carboxymethylcellulose. It is a primary, versatile dressing indicated for use on moderately and highly exuding chronic and acute wounds.Also available in ribbon form, with stitchbonding for added strength.1 1. AQUACEL and AQUACEL AG with strengthening fibre. WHRI3178TA155. October 31, 2008. Data on file, ConvaTec.

Read more
DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing

DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing

DuoDERM® Extra Thin CGF™ Dressing is a hydrocolloid dressing indicated for the management of lightly exuding wounds. It combines a unique ConvaTec hydrocolloid formulation that distinguishes it from other hydrocolloid dressings and a vapour-permeable outer film to provide an occlusive moist environment.

Read more
DuoDERM® CGF™ Sterile Dressing

DuoDERM® CGF™ Sterile Dressing

DuoDERM® CGF™ Dressing is a hydrocolloid, moisture-retentive wound dressing used for partial and full-thickness wounds with exudate. It incorporates a unique ConvaTec hydrocolloid formulation that distinguishes it from other hydrocolloid dressings. DuoDERM® CGF™ Dressing is indicated for chronic wounds - pressure ulcers (Stage I-IV), leg ulcers. Acute wounds - traumatic wounds (minor abrasions, lacerations) partial thickness burns and donor sites.

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Avelle™ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Avelle™ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Introducing the first system to combine negative pressure wound therapy with Hydrofiber Technology. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy delivered in a simple, discrete, canister-less system: • Easy to use• Small and portable• Quiet, no alarm• Disposable pump with 30 day lifetime† Designed for flexibility• Suitable for use within and across different care settings• Separate pump and dressing packs• Supports patients resuming normal life

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CarboFLEX® Odour Control Dressing

CarboFLEX® Odour Control Dressing

CarboFLEX® dressing is a sterile, non-adhesive dressing indicated as a primary dressing for shallow wounds or as a secondary dressing over a wound filler for deeper wounds. It is a five layer dressing specifically designed to address the management problems associated with malodorous wounds, combining an absorbent wound contact layer, an activated charcoal central pad and a smooth water-resistant top layer.

Read more
AQUACEL® Ag SURGICAL cover dressing

AQUACEL® Ag SURGICAL cover dressing

Combination dressing with a mix of skin-friendly hydrocolloid technology for comfort during body movement, and proprietary Hydrofiber® Technology with ionic silver to help manage serosanguinous fluid. Cover layer of polyurethane film provides a viral, waterproof and bacterial barrier (when intact and with no leakage), for a high-performance dressing. Added ionic silver provides sustained antimicrobial activity for up to fourteen days as demonstrated by in vitro studies.1

Read more
KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing

KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing

KALTOSTAT® Alginate Calcium Sodium Dressing is an alginate dressing indicated as a primary dressing for moderately to highly exuding chronic and acute wounds, and for wounds with minor bleeding. On contact with exudates the dressing gradually forms a firm, moist gel which is highly absorbent.

Read more

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