Infection and Biofilm Management
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In the battle against hard-to-heal wounds, there is an invisible enemy, Biofilm. A major barrier to wound healing, it's present in at least 78% of hard-to-heal wounds.*
Our Infection and Biofilm Management Product Portfolio
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 moreAQUACEL® Ag Hydrofiber® Dressing with Silver
AQUACEL® Ag dressing incorporating unique Hydrofiber® Technology with 1.2% (w/w) silver combines the favourable gelling characteristics of Hydrofiber® Technology with the broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties of ionic silver (Ag+). It is a versatile primary dressing indicated for use on moderately and highly exuding chronic and acute wounds where there is an infection* or an increased risk of infection.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. *When used in a comprehensive protocol of care.
Read moreAQUACEL® 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 moreAQUACEL® 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 moreAQUACEL® 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 moreAQUACEL® 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 moreCarboFLEX® 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 moreWound Hygiene
By implementing Wound Hygiene, you can ensure every wound is properly prepared for healing every time.
AQUACEL(R) AG+ is the perfect product for fourth step of the Wound Hygiene process.
It contains antibiofilm/antimicrobial agents that can address any residual biofilm and prevent contamination and recolonisation, therefore, biofilm reformation. It should also manage exudate effectively, thereby promoting healing.
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Wound Hygiene
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