3M™ Silvercel™ Hydro-Alginate Antimicrobial Dressing with Silver
- 3M ID B5005265076
Details
Highlights
- Antimicrobial action
- Absorbent
3M™ Silvercel™ Dressing is a sterile, non-woven pad composed of a high G (guluronic acid) alginate, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and silver coated nylon fibres.
The excellent fluid absorption ability and the lasting antimicrobial activity make this dressing the ideal dressing for chronic wounds1,2 with moderate to high levels of exudate. The unique composition of Silvercel Dressing means fluid is absorbed from moderately to heavily exuding wounds while maintaining a moist wound environment conducive to healing.
Specifications
| Brands | Silvercel™ |
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¹. Clark R, Del Bono M, Stephens S-A et al. Simulated In-Use Tests to Evaluate a Non-Adherent Antimicrobial Silver Alginate Wound Dressing. Poster presented at: Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC); October 29 - November 1, 2009; Quebec City, Canada.
². Rennison T et al. In-vitro evaluations of a silver hydro-alginate dressing to determine suitability for use on chronic wounds. Poster presented at: EWMA; May 18-20, 206; Prague, CZ.
