Product Overview
Kliniderm® Superabsorbent Dressing is a four–layer, protease modulator superabsorbent dressing held together by a hypoallergenic seal.
Sterile
Latex free
Product Benefits:
Kliniderm superabsorbent consists of four layers.
Key Benefits:
• Effective under compression.
• Excellent absorption and retention properties.
• Conformable and comfortable.
• Locks and retains exudate, MMPs and bacteria in the inner core.1 2
• Reduces levels of MMP–2 and MMP–9 in vitro.2
• Hypoallergenic – no glues or adhesives used Large range of sizes.
References:
1 Free swell absorption, 2015. Data on file.
2 Sellars L,. Thornhill S., Thomas, H. and Westgate S.J Sequestration and modulation of MMP–2 and MMP–9 by superabsorbent wound dressing, Wounds UK Poster, 2018.
Indications:
Kliniderm® Superabsorbent Dressings may be used under compression and are indicated for moderate to highly exuding chronic and acute wounds, such as:
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Venous and arterial leg ulcers
• Oncology wounds
• Post–operative wounds
• Traumatic wounds
Application Instructions:
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 at least 1.5 cm.
3. Gently apply directly onto the wound site with the white hydrophilic side of the dressing onto the wound surface.
4. Secure with an appropriate secondary dressing, such as bandage or tape.
Education:
Go to E–Module
This Product in Practice module offers up to 30 minutes of CPD. Covering all aspects of Kliniderm foam silicone including how it works, how to use, indications and evidence.
In partnership with JCN
Seminars/webinars:
Click here for Managing Atypical Wounds seminar
Presenter: Sharon Gardner, Clinical Support Specialist.
Date: November 2020
