Biostep Collagen Matrix Dressing With Silver is used for wound care. It is made of a natural collagen matrix and is infused with silver, which has antimicrobial properties. The dressing provides a scaffold for cellular migration and helps to promote the growth of new tissue in the wound, while the silver helps to prevent infections. The collagen matrix and silver work together to create an optimal healing environment for wounds and can be used on a variety of wound types, including burns, traumatic wounds, and chronic wounds. The dressing is easy to apply and remove and can be cut to fit the wound.

Features

• Easy-to-Use
• Patient-friendly
• Cut-to-fit dressing.
• Absorbs high levels of moisture
• Delivers clinically proven NPWT.
• Unique Dual-action MMP targeting and deactivation
• The dressing is highly conformable, easy to apply, and has a 6-day wear time.
• Gelling actions provide a cooling, soothing effect for enhanced patient comfort.

Indications

Biostep Ag is meant for both acute and chronic wounds, particularly those that may have elevated protease (MMP) activity or risk of infection. Common indications include:

• Pressure ulcers (pressure injuries)
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Venous ulcers and mixed vascular ulcers
• First- and second-degree burns
• Donor or graft sites, abrasions, dehisced surgical wounds, traumatic wounds healing by secondary intention.

Wearing Time & Frequency of Change

• The dressing has a wear-time up to 6 days, depending on how much exudate the wound produces and according to clinician judgment.
• For very exudative wounds, more frequent changes may be needed. For wounds with low exudate, the dressing can remain in place until more frequent change is required.

How to Use

1. Preparation : Cleanse (irrigate) the wound bed and debride any non-viable tissue.
2. Application : Cut the dressing to match the wound’s size exactly. If the wound is dry or has minimal exudate, you may need to moisten the wound bed to start the gelling process. For heavily exuding wounds, apply directly without pre-wetting.
3. Secondary dressing : Cover Biostep Ag with a suitable secondary dressing to hold it in place and absorb excess fluid.
4. Monitoring & Change : Change dressing as often as needed per wound condition and exudate. It can be left for up to 6 days in many cases. When removing, do so gently, especially around newly formed tissue to avoid damage.

Contraindications

• Not to be used on third-degree burns.
• Known allergy or sensitivity to porcine collagen, silver, or any component of the dressing.

Precautions

• Use under supervision if used under compression therapy.
• Use for external wounds only.
• Use only once (single patient use).
• Minimize contact with the intact skin around the wound edges as silver may stain or irritate.