Klinion Kliniderm Hydrocolloid Dressings
Klinion Kliniderm® Hydrocolloid is a hydroactive self-adhesive dressing consisting of a polyurethane foam coated with hydrocolloid which can be used in combination with compression therapy.
The dressing is flexible and conformable. Klinion Kliniderm® Hydrocolloid is impermeable to water and bacteria and it does not adhere to the wound, thereby reducing pain associated with dressing removal and preventing trauma to newly formed tissue.
Klinion Kliniderm Hydrocolloid Dressings are available in different sizes and variants including: standard, border, border sacral and thin.
Not made with natural rubber latex or DEHP.
Product Benefits
Indications
Klinion Kliniderm Hydrocolloid Dressings are indicated for low exuding chronic and acute wounds such as:
Contraindications
Klinion Kliniderm® Hydrocolloid is not indicated for ulcers caused by chronic infection, arteriopathy stage IV, bites and third-degree burns.
Applying Klinion Kliniderm Hydrocolloid Dressings
1. Clean the wound area according to local protocols. Ensure the peri-wound skin is dry
2. Select a suitable size so that the dressing overlaps the wound margins by 2-3cm.
3. Remove the protective paper, gently apply the adhesive side on the wound surface and smooth down the dressings edges to ensure good adhesion
Removal: to remove, gently peel back the dressing until its completely removed from the wound.
Dressing Change and Removal
1. Klinion Kliniderm® Hydrocolloid can remain in place for up to 7 days, dependent on the condition of the patient and the level of exudate. The dressings may be used for prolonged use, but are not suitable for permanent use.
2. Replace Klinion Kliniderm® Hydrocolloid if a gel bubble has developed and has attained the same size as the wound itself. Dressings on post-operative wounds should be changed when the sutures are to be removed.
3. Gently remove the dressing from the wound bed and skin (by supporting surrounding skin) and dispose according to local procedures and guidelines. If removal appears to be difficult, saturate the dressing with sterile saline solution.
4. If required, irrigate the wound site according to good wound care practice.
Precautions
In case a serious incident has occurred in relation to the device: Inform Medeco BV as listed on the packaging, your local distributor and competent authority.
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