An evaluation of the efficacy of Cutimed Sorbact in different types of non-healing wounds
Author: Hampton S.
Publication: Wounds UK. 2007;3(4):113-119.
Sorbact Absorption
Bacteria and fungi binding absorbent wound dressing
Reduces bioburden in moderate to high exuding wounds
Sorbact Absorption is a bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing, based on Sorbact Technology. It consists of a Sorbact DACC™-coated wound contact layer combined with an absorbent core, which absorbs and retains exudate. Sorbact Absorption prevents and treats wound infections[1]View reference information [2]View reference information and facilitates the wound healing process.
Intended purpose
Sorbact Absorption is intended for use in management of clean, contaminated, colonized or infected moderate to high exuding wounds, such as surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and leg ulcers. Sorbact Absorption is intended to be used on superficial wounds.
Wound exudate
Wound depth
Superficial
Wound type
- Superficial
- Clean
- Colonized/infected
How to use
For detailed product information, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please read the applicable Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to use.
Step 1
Prepare the wound and surrounding skin according to local clinical practice.
Step 2
Select an appropriate dressing size for the wound. The wound pad should overlap the wound margins by at least 2 cm. Do not cut the dressing.
Step 3
Remove the dressing from the peel pouch using an aseptic technique.
Step 4
Apply the dressing. Ensure that the green contact layer comes into direct contact with the complete wound surface to allow microorganisms to bind to the dressing.
Step 5
Fixate with an elastic bandage or skin friendly tape.
Step 6
The dressing change frequency depends on exudate levels and the overall condition of the wound and surrounding skin. Should the clinical condition allow, the dressing can be left in place for up to 7 days. Should the dressing adhere to the wound, moisten the dressing to assist removal and to avoid disruption of the healing wound.
Sorbact Absorption can be used in conjunction with compression therapy.
Sorbact Absorption is MRI safe. Prior to radiation therapy, remove Sorbact Absorption if it is placed in the radiation field. A new dressing can be applied following treatment.
Instructional video
How to use Sorbact Absorption
Product range
| Size | Pieces per pack | Reference number |
|---|---|---|
| 7 × 9 cm | 10 | 72165-71 |
| 10 × 10 cm | 10 | 72165-69 |
| 10 × 20 cm | 10 | 72165-70 |
Documentation
Studies
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An investigation of Cutimed Sorbact as an antimicrobial alternative in wound management
Author: Kammerlander G et al.
Publication: Wounds UK. 2008;4(2):10-18.
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Use of DACC-coated dressings in diabetic foot ulcers: A case series
Author: Haycocks S & Chadwick P.
Publication: Diabet Foot J. 2011;14(3):133-137.
Information on package leaflet
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References
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Stanirowski PJ et al. Randomized controlled trial evaluating dialkylcarbamoyl chloride impregnated dressings for the prevention of surgical site infections in adult women undergoing cesarean section. Surg Infect (Larchmt). 2016;17:427-435.
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Kammerlander G et al. An investigation of Cutimed Sorbact as an antimicrobial alternative in wound management. Wounds UK. 2008;4:10-18.
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