What are Hydrocolloid Dressings?

Medical Supplies — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:33:31 +0000

3M™ Tegasorb™ Hydrocolloid Thin Dressing

What are Hydrocolloid Dressings?

Hydrocolloid Dressing (hy-droh-kol-oid) are typically made of an absorbent layer of gel that is incorporated on a semi-permeable film or foam that promotes the rehydration and debridement of wounds.

Absorptive Dressings – Wound Care Tips

Medical Supplies — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:27:32 +0000

Invacare Silver Alginate Dressing

Absorptive Dressings in wound care have become commonplace. In some medical Practices, they are used almost exclusively in the treatment of wounds. Absorptive dressings are evident in the clinical pathways of many wound care centers. The description of absorptive dressings is easy to understand, they absorb moisture rather then have a pre-moistened state during use. They are great for wounds with large amount of exudate because they can absorb over 20 times their weight.

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What are Hydrocolloid Dressings?

Absorptive Dressings – Wound Care Tips