DuoDERM SIGNAL HEEL WOUND DRESSING

Moisture Retentive – For moderately exuding partial or full thickness wounds.

DuoDERM® Signal® dressing is an adhesive, tapered edge hydrocolloid wound dressing with a change indicator. The indicator helps to determine when to change the dressing which is designed to reduce premature dressing changes that can disturb healing and cause discomfort.

The hydrocolloid dressing uses ConvaTec’s unique hydrocolloid formulation which consists of a cross-linked honeycomb matrix made from a proprietary mix of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, gelatin, pectin and adhesive polymers. The dressing is tapered to be thinner at the edges than at the centre, to help to reduce the incidence of rolling up during use.

DuoDERM® Signal® dressing absorbs wound fluid and creates a moist environment that promotes healing by aiding autolytic debridement, facilitating the migration of epithelial cells and allowing nontraumatic removal of the dressing without damaging newly formed tissue.

Application

Carefully cleanse the wound with saline and dry surrounding skin before selecting a dressing that is 3cm larger than the wound area in any one direction. After removing the backing paper, line up the centre of the dressing with the centre of the wound and place the dressing directly over the wound.

The dressing should be changed when clinically indicated, when the wound fluid has reached the change indicator or when used for a maximum of seven days.

To remove, press down gently on the skin and carefully lift one corner of the dressing, stretching each edge until free.