Silver Alginate Dressing Biatain® Alginate Ag 6 X 6 Inch Square Sterile

Biatain® Ag Calcium Alginate Dressing with Silver, 6 x 6 InchDRESSING, SEASORB ALGINATE SLVR 6"X6" (10/BX) Features: Ideal for cavity filling for wounds at-risk of infection: The design and structural integrity of the dressing allow you to cut the dressing to fit to any size, shape or depth of a wound Dressing conforms to the wound bed for optimal infection control Patented with a silver complex with broad antimicrobial profile: Biatain Alginate Ag provides continuous antimicrobial effect during the entire wear time (up to 7 days) Dressing integrity allows for one-piece removal Minimal risk of leakage and maceration: The absorption of Biatain Alginate Ag and the gel formation which locks exudate inside the gel prevent leakage that can cause maceration of the surrounding skin Unlike hydrofiber dressings, alginate dressings have documented hemostatic effect, i.e. ability to arrest blood flow in minor bleedings The patented silver complex releases ions in the presence of wound exudate