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Lyofoam Sterile Dressing 10cm x 10cm Pack of 10.
Lyofoam Sterile Dressing 10cm x 10cm Pack of 10.

Lyofoam Sterile Dressing 10cm x 10cm Pack of 10. The Lyofoam range of dressings meets all the criteria for the ideal wound dressing
and offers solutions for wounds with differing levels of exudate, as well as malodorous
wounds and wounds requiring fixation with an adhesive border. HOW LYOFOAM WORKS
Lyofoam is a layer of polyurethane foam, heat treated on
one side to provide a smooth, hydrophilic, absorbent wound
contact layer.
HOW TO USE LYOFOAM
BENEFITS OF LYOFOAM
* Hydrophilic wound contact area absorbs exudate and
allows fluid to evaporate, avoiding maceration
* Does not allow newly-formed epithelium to penetrate,
avoiding wound trauma during dressing changes
* Maintains the optimum wound
environment for rapid healing4
* Quick and easy to apply and remove5
* Hydrophobic outer layer helps
to prevent ‘strike through’ and
reduces risk of secondary infection
* Can be used under compression5
AREAS OF USE
Lyofoam is a polyurethane foam wound dressing used
in the treatment of light to moderately exuding wounds
such as leg ulcers, pressure sores, post-operative and
traumatic wound sites, burns and skin grafts.
1. If the wound is sloughy or appears contaminated, first irrigate with normal
saline (e.g. Normasol™ or Steripod™), preferably at body temperature.
Dry the surrounding skin, leaving the wound surface moist. Avoid disturbing
any newly-formed tissue at the edges and in the base of the wound.
2. Select a size of Lyofoam large enough to overlap the wound margins by
2-3cm. If necessary, cut to shape. Place the smooth shiny side of the
dressing directly over the wound surface. Note: Do not cover Lyofoam
with occlusive films or tapes, as these reduce water vapour loss, which
may impair the effectiveness of the dressing. Lyofoam can be retained
with adhesive tape or with a suitable retention bandage (e.g. Tubifast™
or appropriate compression bandage).


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Online Catalogue |  Consumables |  Dressings - Adhesive |  Lyofoam Sterile Dressing 10cm x 10cm Pack of 10.