Molnlycke Mepilex Adhesive Foam Dressing

Mepilex Foam Dressing Features

• Transparent border allows inspection of periwound skin without removal 
• Spreading layer made from nowoven viscose and polyester 
• Molnlycke Wound Dressing is shower-proof seal
• Adhesive foam dressing helps reduce the risk of surgical site infections
• Molnlycke dressing supports early patient mobilisation
• Can help you reduce dressing-related costs
• Less pain during dressing change
• Doesn't stick to the wound

Benefits of Mepilex Adhesive Foam Dressing

• Minimises skin damage, including blistering
• Very high absorption capacity leading to fewer dressing changes
• High flexibility giving excellent comfort and conformability
• Can be lifted and adjusted without losing its adherent properties
• Bacteria and viral barrier (microbes >25nm)
• Leaves no residues low potential for skin irritation and allergy
• Shower proof

What to buy with Molnlycke Adhesive Foam Dressing

• Church & Dwight Simply Saline Wound Wash
• Smith & Nephew Secura Dimethicone Skin Protectant Cream
• Smith & Nephew Skin Prep Protectants

When to use Mepilex Border Post-Op Surgical Wound Dressing?

• Medium to high exudation
• Painful wound
• Sutured wound
• Fragile skin
• Post-operative wound
• Traumatic wound
• Bordered foam dressings
• Surgical dressings
• Absorbent dressings
• Post-operative dressings

How to Apply Mepilex Border Post-Op Dressing

1. Gently clease the wound; dry surrounding skin. Open the sterile package and remove the dressing. For best results, Mepilex Border Post-Op must overlap the wound by 1-2 cm.

2. Peel off the narrow part of the release film and fixate Mepilex Border Post-Op to the skin. Do not stretch. Remove the narrow release film completely and then the wider release film.

3. Fixate the dressing securely in place. Mepilex Border Post-Op can be left in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound and the surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice.

How Mepilex Border Post-Op works?

Mepilex Border Post-Op is an all-in-one post-op dressing that very effectively absorbs and retains surgical exudates. The Safetac interface minimise painful wound and peri-wound skin damage at dressing removal.The Safetac interface seals the wound edges, preventing the exudate to leak onto surrounding skin, this minimising the risk for maceration. The flex-cut pad gives high flexibility and a very good conformability over joints, such as hips and knees, promoting patient mobilisation.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What type of wounds is Mepilex Adhesive Foam Dressing used for?

The Mepilex Adhesive Foam Dressing is used for medium to highly draining wounds, surgical wounds, cuts, abrasions, traumatic wounds, and post-operative wounds.

2. Can this dressing be used over joints?

This dressing has a flexible design that allows comfortable use over joints such as hips and knees.

3. Does the dressing directly stick to the wound?

The dressing is designed not to stick to the wound, helping reduce the pain during dressing changes.

4. Is the dressing waterproof or shower safe?

It features a shower-proof seal that allows protection during showering or any similar water contact.

5. Can the dressing be repositioned after application?

Yes. It can be repositioned by getting lifted and adjusted without losing its adhesive properties.

6. How does the dressing help protect surrounding skin?

The interface seals wound edges to prevent leakage onto surrounding skin, helping reduce maceration and any skin damage.

Safety Precautions while using Molnlycke Mepilex Adhesive Foam Dressing

• In case of signs of clinical infection, consult a health care professional for adequate infection treatment
• Do not use on patients with known sensitivity to the dressing or its components.

User Manual of Mepilex Border Post-Op All-In-One Surgical Wound Dressing