Can you put mepilex on open wound?
Can you put mepilex on open wound?
Mepilex® Border can also be used on dry/necrotic wounds in combination with gels. Mepilex® Border may be left in place for several days, depending on the condition of the wound and surrounding skin….HCPCS Code: A6213.
| Adhesive border | ● |
|---|---|
| Surfactant impregnated | |
| Usable on infected wounds | ● |
| Variety of sizes | ● |
Does mepilex heal wounds?
Mepilex® Absorbent Foam Dressing is indicated for use on moderately exuding wounds, leg and foot ulcers, pressure injuries, under compression, graft and donor sites and traumatic wounds (e.g., skin tears and secondary healing wounds)….Mepilex® Absorbent Foam Dressing.
| Adhesive border | |
|---|---|
| Usable on infected wounds | ● |
| Variety of sizes | ● |
Which side of mepilex goes on the wound?
Put a new Mepilex Ag bandage over the burn (sticky side down). For the best results, the bandage should overlap on healthy skin.
Is mepilex good for skin tears?
Benefits of Mepilex Border Mepilex Border is designed for a wide range of exuding wounds such as pressure ulcers, leg and foot ulcers, traumatic wounds (e.g., skin tears) and surgical wounds.
How big is a Mepilex border Lite wound dressing?
The Mepilex Border Lite wound dressing maintains a moist wound environment while minimizing pain and trauma to the wound and surrounding skin.
What can Mepilex foam dressing be used for?
Mepilex ® absorbent foam dressing is trusted around the world to manage a wide range of chronic and acute wounds. The product is easily conformable and highly absorbent, to effectively manage wound exudate.
Why is Safetac used in Mepilex wound dressings?
Every Mepilex wound dressing includes Safetac ® –the original contact layer designed to minimize pain and trauma at dressing change, so you can remove it easily without damaging the skin. That means less pain for your patients. Safetac also seals the wound margins to protect skin from damaging leakage and maceration.
What do you need to know about Mepilex border Lite?
Mepilex Border Lite is a hospital quality dressing that minimizes pain during dressing changes while managing wound care at home. The dressing is a thin, conformable, all-in-one, bordered foam dressing and is ideal for body contours and hard to dress areas.