FEATURES
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BENEFITS |
Fast and effective anti-biofilm action
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– 99.99% biofilm reduction in just 24h1
– Blocks biofilm reattachment for up to 7 days^
– Super anti-biofilm efficacy compared to Aquacel Ag+ Extra and Cutimed Sorbact4
^Desroche N., Dropet C., Janod P., Guzzo J., Antibacterial properties and reduction of MRSA biofilm with a dressing combining polyabsorbent fibres and a silver matrix. J Wound Care, Vol 25, No 10, October 2016.
4Percival SL, et al., Slough and biofilm: removal of barriers to wound healing by desloughing. J Wound Care. 2015 Nov;24(11):498, 500-3, 506-10.Desroche N. et al, Evaluation of in vitro anti-biofilm activities of two dressings with poly-absorbent dressing fibres and a DACC-coated dressing. Poster EWMA 2017.
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Proven antimicrobial efficacy
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– Fast action: from 30 minutes on main strains5
– Works against strains resistant to antibiotics (e.g MRSA, VRE)5
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Complete and continuous cleaning action achieved up to 7 days 11
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– High affinity to vertically wick, trap and retain wound debris such as sloughy residues, microbes and biofilm6, 11
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Comfort and ease of use
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– One piece removal thanks to strong acrylic core7,8
– Ensures pain-free care and atraumatic removal9,10
– Non-adherent
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INDICATIONS
All wounds at risk or with signs of local infection, from the debridement stage, including:
– Exuding wounds
– Chronic wounds
– Leg ulcers
– Pressure injuries
– Diabetic foot ulcers
– Long standing acute wounds
CONTRAINDICATIONS
– Known sensitization to silver
– UrgoClean Ag is not suitable for use as a surgical sponge for heavily bleeding wounds
– Do not use UrgoClean Ag in combination with hydrogen peroxide, organomercuric antiseptics or hexamidine
– Do not use on patients undergoing Magnetic Resonance (MRI) examination
PRECAUTIONS
– Treatment with UrgoClean Ag should be carried out under medical supervision.
– Use of this dressing does not negate the need for appropriate systemic anti-bacterial treatment of infected wounds in line with local policy.
– The soft-adherent Silver Healing Matrix (TLC-Ag) of UrgoClean Ag adheres to latex surgical gloves. It is therefore recommended that the dressing be handled carefully, avoiding any contact with the soft-adherent side or using sterile pliers.
– Concomitant use with other local treatments is not recommended.
– Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements, e.g. EEG and ECG.
– Clinicians / Healthcare Professionals should be aware that there are very limited data on prolonged and repeated use of silver containing dressings, particularly in children and neonates.
– In the absence of any specific clinical data, use in pregnant or breast-feeding women, is not recommended.
– Do not use in a hyperbaric chamber.
– Single-use, individual packaging. Re-using a single use dressing may lead to risks of infection. Check that the sterile protector is intact before use.
– Do not re-sterilise.
– For elimination, discard according to current protocol. Discard any unused parts of the dressing.
For a complete list of precautions, contraindications, indications, please reach out to your local sales representative and consult the Instructions for Use (IFU)
