OpSite* Flexigrid* - Moisture Vapour Permeable Adhesive Film Dressing
OpSite Flexigrid is a transparent, adhesive film, with a unique wound mapping grid. The film is moisture vapour permeable, conformable and extensible. It is clinically proven to promote moist wound healing for superficial wounds; it is also ideal for use as a secondary dressing and to help prevent pressure sores.
Features:
- Rapid, less painful wound healing
- Superior film with acrylic adhesive
- Waterproof film
- Simple, effective application technique
- Adaptable to awkward areas
- Unique wound mapping grid
- Provides a bacterial barrier
Provides perfect catheter fixation for diabetics with a insulinpump.
Indications:
OpSite Flexigrid is indicated for:
Superficial pressure sores, minor burns, scalds abrasions and lacerations.
Leg ulcers in the final stage of healing
Pressure sore prophylaxis and skin protection around stoma and under leg bags.
To relieve pain in painful diabetic neuropathy.
To provide catheter fixation.
To protect the skin from friction and external contamination.
Contraindications / Precautions
Care should be taken to avoid skin damage by repeated applications on patients with thin or fragile skin.
In common with all adhesive products, some cases of irritation and/or maceration of the skin surrounding the wound have been reported. It should be noted that inappropriate use or too frequent dressing changes, particularly in patients with fragile skin, can result in skin stripping.
Manufacturer: Smith & Nephew
Manufacturers product number: 66030333 |
