Vliwasorb adhesive is a specialty absorptive
INTENDED USES: For wounds with high levels of exudate, superficial wounds during exudation phase, e.g.: arterial and venous ulcers, burns and scalds (3rd degree: following surgical debridement), postoperative wounds healing by secondary intention, laparotomy wounds, fistulas
CLAIMED BENEFITS: High absorption and retention capacity for wound exudate and the bacteria in it; Absorbent core with superabsorbent polymers that absorbs 20 times its own weight; Protects from wound edge maceration and promotes wound healing; Reduces the risk of the product adhering to the wound; Impermeable to bacteria and water PU membrane
Specialty absorptive dressings are those that do not fit into other absorptive surgical dressing categories. They often contain a novel or proprietary material or a combination of cotton, rayon, or cellulose, which acts as a super-absorbent wicking dressing. These dressings are often employed as secondary dressings over highly exudative wounds which require frequent dressing changes due to dressing saturation. Many are designed to allow for change of the specialty absorptive layer only, without disruption or the primary dressing or wound bed. These dressings are convenient for placement outside the primary layer of lower extremity compression wraps to allow the compression to remain in place longer, while still adequately managing wound exudate
If you have coverage through Medicare Part B, you may be eligible to have this product covered by Medicare. You will need a written order prescribed by a provider enrolled in Medicare, so that you can purchase this product at a Durable Medical Equipment store that accepts Medicare. You will need to pay deductibles and co-payment. The actual co-payment amount varies according to your state. If you do not have Medicare Part B or do not meet the requirements needed for coverage, you can find this product at pharmacies and medical supply stores. Please refer to the table "Other Stores" below for pricing and suggestions on where to purchase this product "out-of-pocket" (without insurance). If there are no vendors listed and you would like to have information on suppliers, please email info@woundreference.com.
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