Dressing , Foam, Mepilex, 8"X20" - Medline

Mepilex Click to zoom Absorbent soft silicone foam dressing Mepilex is a soft and highly conformable foam dressing that absorbs exudate and maintains a moist wound environment. The Safetac technology prevents Mepilex from sticking to the wound bed yet adheres gently to the surrounding skin allowing easy application of secondary fixation. In addition, the Safetac layer ensures that the dressing can be changed without damaging the wound or surrounding skin or subjecting the patient to additional pain. Mepilex absorbs exudate effectively and ensures a low risk of maceration. Benefits of Mepilex Atraumatic to the wound and surrounding skin upon removal Promotes patient comfort during wear May be lifted and adjusted without losing its adherent properties Minimizes the risk of maceration May remain in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound May be used under compression bandages May be cut to size Easy to apply Areas of use Moderately exuding wounds Leg and foot ulcers Pressure ulcers Under compression Graft and donor sites Traumatic wounds (e.g., skin tears and secondary healing wounds). Mepilex Heel Mepilex Heel conforms well to the heel preventing exudate from pooling and causing maceration. Mepilex Heel is ideal for most shapes or sizes of feet. Assortment Current Product Code New Product code Product Name Product Size Pieces per box Current Pieces per case New pieces per Case HCPCS 294190 294199 Mepilex 4"x4" (10x10cm) 5 60 70 A6209 294290 294299 Mepilex 4"x8" (10x20m) 5 30 45 A6210 294390 294399 Mepilex 6"x6" (15x15 cm) 5 30 25 A6210 294490 294499 Mepilex 8"x8" (20x20cm) 5 30 20 A6211 Transition to NEW codes starts in November and December 2009 Product Code Product Name Product Description HCPCS Number Units Per Box Boxes Per Case Units Per Case 288100 Mepilex Heel 5"x8" (13x20cm) Self-Adherent, Soft Silicone Absorbent Foam Dressing A6210 5 5 25 How to use Product description Mepilex is an absorbent soft silicone dressing. It consists of: a soft silicone wound-contact layer (Safetac) a flexible absorbent pad of polyurethane foam and an outer film which is vapor permeable and moisture proof. Safetac Technology Safetac is a patented soft silicone adhesive technology. On the wound, Safetac assures non-sticking and minimal trauma on removal even in critical situations when the exudate starts to dry out. On the skin, a dressing with Safetac has gentle but secure adhesion with no epidermal stripping or pain on removal. Mode of action Mepilex absorbs exudate, maintains a moist wound-healing environment and minimizes the risk for maceration. As Mepilex maintains a moist wound environment, supporting debridement, there might be an initial increase in the wound size. This is normal and to be expected. In case studies, dressings with Safetac Technology have demonstrated to normalize dry and scaly surrounding skin. Thanks to its absorptive properties Mepilex is suitable for use under compression bandaging. Mepilex gently expands as it takes up exudate. Mepilex can be used in combination with gels. Intended use Mepilex is designed for a wide range of exuding wounds such as leg and foot ulcers, pressure ulcers and traumatic wounds, such as skin tears and secondary healing wounds. Instructions for use Cleanse the wound in accordance with normal procedures. Dry the surrounding skin thoroughly. Remove the release films and apply the adherent side to the wound. Do not stretch. For best results, Mepilex should overlap dry surrounding skin by at least 2 cm. If required, Mepilex can be cut. When necessary, fixate Mepilex with a bandage or another fixation. Frequency of change Mepilex may be left in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound and surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice. A change in dressing regi