Keep Aquacel Foam Adhesive Dressings out of the sun and away from moisture by storing them somewhere cool and dry. Observe the storage recommendations listed on the box. A waterproof top layer that permits evaporation of excess moisture while protecting against viral/bacterial penetration allowing the patient to shower and bathe

For difficult to dress anatomical locations, such as the heel or the sacrum, the specially shaped adhesive dressings may be used. at risk of infection or show signs of infection, or where biofilm is suspected to be present, and in AQUACEL ® Foam Dressing - Waterproofness, Bacterial and Viral Barrier Testing. WHRI3538 MS069. Data on File, ConvaTec Inc. a moisture retentive cover dressing such as DuoDERM™ Extra Thin in lightly to moderately exuding wounds; Appropriate supportive measures should be taken where indicated (e.g., use of graduated compression bandaging in the management of venous leg ulcers or pressure relief measures in the management of pressure injuries).This device is for single use only and should not be reused. Reuse may lead to increased risk of infection or cross-contamination. Physical properties of the dressing may no longer be optimal for intended use. This wound dressing should not be used with other wound care products without first consulting a health care professional.

Water Proof/Bacteria Barrier a provides — Evaporation of excess moisture — A waterproof barrier against viral/bacterial penetration 1, a — Allows patient to shower and bathe a Kogan L, Moldavsky M, Szvalb S, GovrinYehudain J. Comparative study of Aquacel and Silverol treatment in burns. a. Choose a dressing size and shape to ensure that the central absorbent pad (area within the adhesive window), is 1cm larger than the wound area. Newman, G.R., et al., Visualisation of bacterial sequestration and bactericidal activity within hydrating Hydrofiber ® wound dressings. Biomaterials, 2006. 27(7): p.1129-39.

The dressing should be changed when clinically indicated (e.g. leakage, bleeding, increased pain). Maximum recommended wear time is up to seven days. Should you observe irritation (reddening, inflammation), maceration (whitening of skin) or hypergranulation (excess tissue formation), consult a health care professional. Waring MJ, Parsons D, Physico-chemical characterisation of carboxymethylated spun cellulose fibres. Biomaterials. 2001;22(9):903-912.