Cutimed Hydro Light Hydrocolloid Dressing is a hydrocolloid dressing that is designed to keep the wound moist. The dressing material reacts with the wound exudate to create a soft gel. Cutimed Hydro L is an adaptable dressing. It can be used to treat wounds that do not exude much.
Features:
- Relieves pain during treatment: The dressing is easily removed intact with minor pain for the patient.
- Maintains a moist wound healing environment: Helps to maintain a moist wound environment and supports moist wound healing.
- Facilitates autolytic debridement: By releasing moisture, Cutimed Hydro facilitates autolytic debridement.
How to use:
- Clean the wound area in accordance with normal procedure. Ensure the peri-wound skin is dry.
- Select a size of hydrocolloid dressing large enough to overlap the wound edges by at least 2-3 cm. If necessary, cut to shape.(A)
- Remove the dressing from the pouch, partially tear off the release film and apply the adherent side to the wound.(B)
- Remove the remaining liner and smooth dressing down onto skin. (C)
How to Remove:
- For dressing removal, press down on the skin outside of the dressing and gently lift an edge of the dressing. Gently loosen the edges until all are free from the skin surface.