What is Comfeel plus ulcer dressing?

Comfeel Ulcer Dressing is a highly absorbent, self-adhesive hydrocolloid dressing suitable for the effective management of open wounds. When Comfeel Ulcer Dressing is saturated with exudate, the surface colour turns white, allowing the professional to observe the need for dressing change.

What is Comfeel made of?

Comfeel Plus Transparent consists of moisture absorbing sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) particles encapsulated in a synthetic, elastic and stick mass. The top film is a semi-permeable polyeurethane film.

How do you use Comfeel ulcer dressing?

Method of use An appropriately sized dressing is partially removed from its paper backing using the tab provided, and placed on the surface of the wound using a non-touch technique. In order to ensure good adhesion to the surrounding skin, a minimum overlap of 1.5 cm from the margin of the wound should be allowed.

Is Comfeel waterproof?

The dressing is permeable to water vapour but impermeable to exudate and microorganisms. In the presence of exudate, the absorbent components absorb liquid and swell to form a cohesive gel. The dressing is waterproof and the patient may bathe or shower with it in place.

What is Coloplast used for?

Coloplast develops ostomy, continence, interventional urology, wound and skin care products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs.

When do you remove Comfeel dressing?

All caesarean wounds are covered with a ‘Comfeel’ dressing. This dressing is removed by the patient at home usually 3 weeks after surgery. It is best removed after a shower – lift one corner & slowly pull the dressing away from the skin. It may pull a bit on any hair but will not damage the healing wound.

When should I change my Comfeel dressing?

The frequency of dressing changes will be governed by the state of the wound. In general, ulcers containing slough and necroses may require changing every 2-3 days, but clean granulating wounds may require less frequent treatment and in these situations the dressings may be left in place for extended periods.

Is Coloplast waterproof?

Secure fit. Non-touch opening for easy application. Soft, flexible and comfortable. Bacteria- and waterproof.

How do I use Comfeel plus transparent?

Cut to fit areas where skin is at risk. Remember to cut before removing the protective papers. Consider aseptic technique during handling and apply with the adhesive side of the product facing the skin. Gently swipe your fingers on the product to make it adhere to the skin.

How do you use Coloplast Triad?

1. Apply a layer of Triad (thickness of a dime) over the necrotic tissue and periwound area. 2. To help absorb the liquefied necrotic tissue, cover Triad with an absorbent secondary dressing, such as Biatain® Foam Dressing, as needed.

Is Triad a Debrider?

Maintains a moist wound healing environment to facilitate autolytic debridement. Triad™ Hydrophilic Wound Dressing is for the local management of pressure and venous stasis ulcers, dermal lesions/injuries, superficial wounds, scrapes, first- and second-degree burns, partial- and full-thickness wounds.

When to use comfeel plus ulcer Coloplast?

The reliable and trustworthy choice in hydrocolloids. The use of Comfeel Plus Ulcer hydrocolloid dressing has been clinically documented for 30 years. Can be used as primary as well as secondary dressing. Comfeel Plus Ulcer can be used directly on low to moderately exuding wounds in the final stages of wound healing.

What makes up a comfeel Plus Coloplast dressing?

Comfeel ® Plus Ulcer consists of moisture absorbing sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) particles encapsulated in a synthetic, elastic and sticky mass. Calcium alginate has been added to the dressing to increase absorption.

When to use comfeel plus ulcer hydrocolloid dressing?

The use of Comfeel Plus Ulcer hydrocolloid dressing has been clinically documented for 30 years. Can be used as primary as well as secondary dressing. Comfeel Plus Ulcer can be used directly on low to moderately exuding wounds in the final stages of wound healing. Comfeel Plus can also be used as secondary dressing.

What are the benefits of using comfeel plus?

Comfeel Plus provides the benefits of moist wound healing and protection for wounds and skin at risk. The protection you know. The user-friendliness you need. We have updated Comfeel Plus with new 3-piece non-touch system for easy and aseptic application.