Silicone Wound Contact Layer

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Medstock Silicone Wound Contact Layer is a highly permeable dressing made with a soft silicone layer designed to gently adhere to the skin. It features a quality medical-grade silicone that allows easy application and removal while maintaining a moist wound environment to promote healing.

Key Functions and Features

Gentle, one-sided adhesive interface that stabilises and seals wound margins
Atraumatic removal minimises pain and tissue damage
Large perforations allow easy passage of exudate
Customisable and conformable to fit and protect any wound shape or size
Acts as a protective layer for non-exuding wounds or intact skin, minimising epidermal stripping
Enables effective wound cleansing without disturbing underlying tissue

Indications for Use

Suitable for wounds with nil to very high exudate when used with an appropriate secondary waterproof dressing
Ideal for fragile tissue management
Suitable for skin tears, skin abrasions, lacerations, surgical incisions, partial thickness burns, vascular ulcers and partial to full thickness skin grafts
Acts as a protective wound contact layer in combination with negative pressure wound therapy

Contraindications / Precautions

Do not use Medstock Silicone Wound Contact Layer in combination with oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions (e.g., EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide
If reddening or sensitisation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician
For skin graft fixation or blister protection, do not change or lift the dressing before the fifth day post-application, unless directed by your physician
The wound should be inspected for signs of infection in accordance with local clinical guidelines
Use caution when applying to burns with meshed grafts, avoiding pressure and repositioning the dressing at least every two days
Always consult a medical professional for appropriate medical treatment

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