Smith & Nephew Durafiber Ag Silver Gelling Fiber Wound Dressing

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• Contraindications:
  - Do not use on patients with a known sensitivity to silver. Do not use on non-exuding wounds
• Precautions:
  - 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
  - While Durafiber Ag assists in the management of wounds prone to minor bleeding, it is not intended to be used as a surgical sponge in heavily bleeding wounds
  - Durafiber Ag is not compatible with oil-based products such as petrolatum
  - Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements e.g. EEG and ECG
  - Ensure that packing in cavities, sinuses etc. has been removed
  - The dressing may not be compatible with topical antimicrobials
  - If reddening or sensitization occurs discontinue useIn the event of clinical infection, topical silver does not replace the need for systemic therapy or other adequate infection treatment
  - When Durafiber Ag is used on a patient during MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) examination some warming may be experienced
  - Durafiber Ag may cause transient discoloration of the surrounding skin
• Instructions for Use:
  - Cleanse the wound according to local clinical protocol
  - Select appropriate dressing size
  - Remove the Durafiber Ag dressing from pack, using a clean technique. Cut to shape if necessary
  - Apply the dressing to the wound and allow for a 1cm (1/3") dressing overlap onto the skin surrounding the wound
  - When using Durafiber Ag in deep cavity wounds use whole dressings where possible and leave at least 2.5cm (1") of each piece outside the wound for easy retrieval
  - Loosely pack deep wounds up to 80% capacity, as Durafiber Ag will expand on contact with wound fluid
  - Secure Durafiber Ag with a moisture retentive dressing (e.g. allevyn/opsite) or other appropriate secondary retention
  - Dressing can be removed in one piece using sterile tweezers, forceps or a gloved hand
  - Dressing may adhere if used on lightly exuding wounds
  - If the dressing is not easily removed, moisten or soak the dressing in sterile saline to assist removal and avoid disruption of the healing wound
• Frequency of change:
  - During the early stages of wound management, Durafiber dressings should be inspected frequently
  - Dressings can be left undisturbed for up to 7 days or changed when clinically indicated, (e.g. if leakage, excessive bleeding is present)
  - Local clinical protocol should also be taken into consideration
  - Durafiber Ag is a single use product
  - If used on more than one patient, cross-contamination or infection may result
  - Opening the dressing pack compromizes the sterile barrier
  - Any unused dressing should be discarded

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     Answer: Dear customer, Smith &amp; Nephew Durafiber Ag Silver Gelling Fiber Wound Dressing are for leg ulcers.

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     Answer: Smith & Nephew Durafiber Ag Silver Gelling Fiber Wound Dressing are for leg ulcers.

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