Smith & Nephew Allevyn Ag Adhesive Dressings combine the superior absorbency of hydrocellular dressings with the added benefits of an adhesive format, ensuring stays in place with ease. The inclusion of silver ions offers robust antimicrobial protection, crucial for infection-prone wounds. Available in multiple sizes - 3" x 3", 5" x 5", and 7" x 7" - these dressings cater to different wound dimensions and severities.

Each box contains 10 dressings, and each case includes four boxes, ensuring adequate supply for clinical settings. The design aims at creating an optimal moist environment that facilitates faster healing while also minimizing discomfort during dressing changes. By maintaining a secure fit, these dressings not only ensure patient comfort but also allow for reduced clinical intervention, saving valuable time and resources.

Key Features:

• The adhesive feature offers firmly secure fixation, reducing the need for frequent dressing changes, enhancing patient comfort, and saving clinical time.
• Incorporates hydrocellular technology to absorb exudate effectively while maintaining a moist environment that is conducive to rapid wound healing.

Uses:

• Smith & Nephew Allevyn Ag Adhesive Dressings are primarily used for managing moderate to highly exuding wounds, including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, surgical wounds, and diabetic ulcers. They effectively do so by offering a moist wound healing environment which aids in faster healing.
• The dressings are beneficial in preventing infection due to their silver content, which acts as an antimicrobial barrier. This makes them suitable for use on suffering wounds prone to or exhibiting signs of infection, ensuring patient comfort and enhanced recovery.

FAQs:

1. What are the main benefits of using Allevyn Ag Adhesive Dressings?
These dressings offer secure fixation with their adhesive nature, enhanced by silver ions providing antimicrobial protection. They maintain a moist wound environment for efficient healing.

2. How often should the dressing be changed?
The frequency of changes depends on the wound exudation, but typically, the dressing can remain in place for several days, often up to 4 to 7 days depending on clinical assessment.