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Cutimed Siltec Heel 3D Sterile

Sale price: $142.99 Regular price:$205.00
Dimensions

Information

Packaging : 5

Product Dimension : 6.063 in x 9.646 in

is a self-adherent, silicone coated, sterile, absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with a specical anatomical shape and a cushioning effect

is a silicone coated, sterile, absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with superabsorbent stripes to additionally absorb and lock wound exudate. The wound contact surface allows adherence to the periwound skin but not to the moist wound bed or newly formed epithelial tissue. Cutimed® Siltec® Heel 3D has a special anatomical shape and provides a cushioning effect for wearing comfort.

How to use

1. Clean the wound and your hands according to good clinical practice. If you are unsure how to clean the wound appropriately, please contact your health care professional for further instructions.
2. Make sure the surrounding skin is dry.
3. Make sure that Cutimed® Siltec® Heel (3D) covers the wound and overlaps the wound edges. (A)
4. Open the pouch and take out the dressing. Please ensure that the pouch is not opened or damaged.
5. Remove protective film (B) and apply with the adherent side towards the wound. (C)
6. Avoid stretching the dressing.
7. For fixation of the dressing on the heel it is recommended to use the attached fixation strips. If necessary, apply additional dressing fixation.
8. Cutimed® Siltec® Heel (3D) may be used on infected wounds in addition to antimicrobial therapy under medical supervision.
9. If necessary, Cutimed® Siltec® Heel (3D) can be used in combination with other dressings e.g. Cutimed® Sorbact® (in case of infected wounds) or hydrogel (for dry, necrotic wounds).
10. Cutimed® Siltec® Heel (3D) can remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on wound conditions and exudate levels. It is recommended to change the dressing every 24 hours initially, moving to less frequent changes as necessary.


How to Remove


11. Carefully remove any additional dressing fixation and gently remove Cutimed® Siltec® Heel 3D from the wound and discard.
12. If required, cleanse the wound prior to application of a new dressing.