Vliwasorb® adhesive super-absorbent wound dressing, self-adhesive, sterile, 15 x 15 cm, 10 ST

The Vliwasorb® adhesive super-absorbent wound dressing, self-adhesive, is designed for the management of heavily exuding wounds. It securely locks in exudate and adheres gently.

The proven benefits of the Vliwasorb super-absorbent wound dressing are combined with the advantage of easy application. Vliwasorb adhesive, with its stretchy and skin-friendly adhesive membrane, is used wherever quick and easy^{application¹} is required compared to the non-adhesive version. Vliwasorb adhesive adheres without the need for additional fixation. The elastic backing membrane adapts to the expansion of the super-absorbent wound pad. This allows a large volume of exudate to be absorbed and bound

Intended use

• Absorbent, multi-layer wound dressing for the management of exudate from acute and chronic wounds

Indications

• Moderately to heavily exuding wounds
• Pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers
• Post-operative wounds healing by secondary intention
• Closed laparotomy wounds
• Superficial second-degree burns

Properties

• High absorption and binding capacity for wound exudate and the bacteria it contains 
• Absorbent core with a super-absorbent material capable of absorbing 20 times its own weight
• Cost and time savings due to infrequent dressing changes
• Protects against maceration of the wound edges and promotes wound healing ^{12) 2)}
• Excellent wearing comfort: thin flexible cushioning
• Reduces the risk of the dressing sticking to the wound ^{3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 11)}
• Bacteria-proof and waterproof*) 

*Based on DIN EN 13726-5

Advantages

Optimal care, particularly for^{areas of the body that}are difficult to treat1⁾:

• Quick and easy^{to use1)}
• No additional fixation required 
• Stretchable, skin-friendly adhesive membrane 
• Optimal exudate management 
• High absorbency 
• Absorption of exudate, cellular debris and bacteria
• Absorption of excess exudate 

High absorption and binding capacity:

• Excellent re-wetting behaviour 
• Protection against maceration of the wound edges 
• Reduces the bacterial load by binding bacteria within^{the wound dressing11)7)8)9)}

Notes

Do not cut the dressing ¹³⁾

Tip

• Suitable for use under compression dressings
• As a secondary dressing in combination with a suitable wound filler 

1) Clinical studies of individual cases have demonstrated that this product is easier to use and provides optimised wound care compared with the non-adhesive version. Gregory L, Hampton S, Jones J, Kattell D, Ousey K, Price B, Tickle J, Verrall D, Whitmore L. Exudate Management. Patient-centred wound care Journal of WoundCare (Suppl) March 2013: P1–20). 2) Faucher N, Safar H, Baret M, Philippe A, Farid R. Superabsorbent dressings for copiously exuding wounds. Br J Nurs (2012) 21(12): 22–28
 (Faucher N, Safar A, Baret M, Philippe A, Farid R. The value of superabsorbent dressings in the management of highly exudative wounds. Poster. 21st Conference of the European Wound Management Association (EWMA), 25–27 May 2011, Brussels, Belgium. 3) Verrall D, Coulborn A, Bree-Aslan C. Evaluating a super-absorbent dressing (Flivasorb) in highly exuding wounds. Br J Nurs. 8–21 April 2010;19(7):449–53. 4) Wiser M., Barnoussi El, C van Wijk C. Management of copious exuding wounds with a super-absorbent dressing prior to grafting. Poster. 21st Conference of the European Wound Management Association (EWMA). 25–27 May 2011, Brussels, Belgium. 5) El Zayyat N, Leconte M. A super-absorbent dressing in the management of a perineal wound following abdomino-perineal amputation. Poster. 21st Conference of the European Wound Management Association (EWMA). 25–27 May 2011, Brussels, Belgium.6) Paule A. The management of maceration in a nursing home setting. Poster. (2009). WoundsUK: WoundCare Conference, 9–11 November 2009, Harrogate, United Kingdom. 7)Wiegand C, Abel M, Ruth P, Hipler P. Polyacylate superabsorbents bind inflammatory proteases in vitro. Poster. (2009b) 19th Conference of the European Wound Management Association (EWMA), 20–22 May 2009, Helsinki, Finland.8) Wiegand C, Abel M, Ruth P, Hipler UC. Superabsorbent polymer-containing wound dressings have a beneficial effect on wound healing by reducing PMN elastase concentration and inhibiting microbial growth. J Mater Sci Mater Med. November 2011;22(11):2583–90.9) Wiegand C, Abel M, Muldoon J, Ruth P, Hipler UC. SAP-containing dressings exhibit sustained antimicrobial effects over 7 days in vitro. J Wound Care. March 2013;22(3):120, 122–4, 126–7.10)In vitro evaluation of the adhesion behaviour of Vliwasorb. Internal data 06/2012.

Dosage form

Self-adhesive wound dressing, sterile

Use

Application must be carried out by qualified medical staff. Before use, the sterile barrier system must be visually inspected for any damage to the packaging integrity. Open the packaging at the designated point and remove the product whilst it is still sterile.

1. Preparing the wound: Clean the wound as usual before applying the new dressing (e.g. with sterile saline solution, Ringer’s solution) and dab the wound edges dry.
2. Applying the wound dressing: The size of the dressing depends on the wound area. The dressing should be applied in the centre of the wound and should overlap the wound by approx. 2–3 cm. Place the dressing on the wound, smooth it out and press firmly around the edges. For deep wounds, depending on the condition of the wound, an appropriate wound filler may be used. As part of the treatment of underlying conditions, Rosidal® compression bandages may be used.
3. Changing the dressing: The intervals at which Vliwasorb® adhesive dressings must be changed are determined by healthcare professionals depending on the condition of the wound and the degree of exudation.

Disposal: Product waste in Europe may be classified under a waste code from Chapter 18 01, whilst packaging waste may be classified under a waste code from Chapter 15 01 of the Regulation on the European Waste Catalogue (Waste Catalogue Regulation – AVV). Recyclable packaging should be channelled into the relevant national recycling schemes.

General information: In the event of a serious incident, please contact the manufacturer and the relevant health authorities.

Ingredients

• Absorbent pad: polyethylene, polypropylene, cellulose, sodium polyacrylate (superabsorbent).
• Carrier layer: polyurethane membrane with skin-friendly polyacrylate adhesive (free from rosin and rosin derivatives).