Convatec Kaltostat Dressings are top-tier wound care solutions designed to promote healing through superior moisture management. Used primarily for moderate to heavily exuding wounds, these dressings are crafted from calcium sodium alginate that transforms into a hydrophilic gel upon contact with wound exudate. This unique feature ensures a moist environment, crucial for wound healing.

The dressings come in various sizes and shapes, including rope, square, and rectangle formats, catering to both shallow and deep wounds—ideal for pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and more. Each dressing type is highly absorbent, making them perfect for wounds with varying exudate levels. Moreover, they are designed for pain-free removal, minimizing trauma to the skin and promoting patient comfort. Kaltostat dressings are essential for effective wound management, delivering exceptional performance and versatility.

Key Features:

• Made from calcium sodium alginate that forms a hydrophilic gel when in contact with exudate, creating a moist healing environment.
• Available in various sizes and shapes including ropes, rectangles, and squares to address different types of wounds, both shallow and deep.
• Highly absorbent, maintaining optimal moisture levels for faster healing and less frequent dressing changes.
• Designed for easy removal with minimal disruption to the wound bed, reducing pain for the patient.

Uses:

• Convatec Kaltostat Dressings are highly effective for managing moderate to heavily exuding wounds, such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, surgical wounds, and donor sites. The calcium sodium alginate composition forms a gel upon contact with wound exudate, aiding in maintaining a moist environment.
• The rope version is particularly suitable for deeper cavity wounds, while the various shapes and sizes cater to different wound dimensions and locations. These dressings promote faster healing and are designed to be removed easily without causing trauma to the wound bed.

FAQs:

1. How do calcium alginate dressings work?
Calcium alginate dressings interact with wound exudate to form a gel, maintaining a moist environment conducive to healing and helping in debridement.

2. Are these dressings suitable for infected wounds?
Yes, they support the management of infected and non-infected wounds by maintaining an optimal moist environment, but additional antibiotic treatment might be necessary.