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.*
Thanks to our breakthrough MORE THAN SILVER™ technology - which contains ionic silver together with a surfactant and a metal chelating agent - our dressing delivers superior* anti-biofilm performance compared to other silver dressings.
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
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AQUACEL® 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.
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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® 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® 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® 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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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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Wound Hygiene
Wound Hygiene is a four step regime designed to clean and decontaminate a wound, and overcome the barriers to healing often caused by the presence of biofilm.
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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