Cutimed Siltec foam and Cutimed Sorbact gel dressings: A clinical audit
Author: Stephen-Haynes J et al.
Publication: Wounds UK. 2010;6(1):130-136.
Sorbact Gel Compress
Bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing with hydrogel
Reduces bioburden in dry to exuding wounds
Sorbact Gel Compress is a non-absorbent bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing, based on Sorbact Technology. It consists of a Sorbact DACC™-coated wound contact layer covered with a hydrogel containing carbomer and propylene glycol (10%). Sorbact Gel Compress hydrates and donates moisture to the wound bed[1]View reference information and facilitates autolytic debridement.[2]View reference information Sorbact Gel Compress treats and helps to prevent wound infections[3]View reference information and facilitates the wound healing process.
Intended purpose
Sorbact Gel Compress is intended for use in management of clean, contaminated, colonized or infected dry to exuding wounds, such as surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, burns, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and leg ulcers. It can be used on both superficial and deep wounds. For managing exudate, Sorbact Gel Compress should be used together with a moisture preserving secondary dressing appropriate for the exudate level.
Wound exudate
Wound depth
Superficial + Deep
Wound type
- Clean
- Colonized/infected
- Cavities
- Fistulas
- Superficial
- Dry/fibrinous
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.
Step 3
Remove the dressing from the peel pouch using an aseptic technique.
Step 4
If the dressing is cut, use an aseptic technique.
Step 5
Apply the dressing. Ensure that the dressing comes into direct contact with the complete wound surface to allow microorganisms to bind to the dressing. The dressing should not overlap the surrounding skin. Avoid dense packing when used in deep wounds.
Step 6
Apply a moisture preserving secondary dressing appropriate for the exudate level, such as foam dressing, absorbent pad or film dressing, and fixate.
Step 7
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 Gel Compress can be used in conjunction with compression therapy.
Sorbact Gel Compress is MRI safe. Prior to radiation therapy, remove Sorbact Gel Compress if placed in the radiation field. A new dressing can be applied following treatment.
Instructional video
How to use Sorbact Gel Compress
Product range
| Size | Pieces per pack | Reference number |
|---|---|---|
| 7,5 × 7,5 cm | 10 | 98136 |
| 7,5 × 15 cm | 10 | 98137 |
| 3 × 15 cm | 10 | 98139 |
| 15 × 20 cm | 5 | 98180 |
| 20 × 25 cm | 5 | 98181 |
Documentation
Studies
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Hydrogel-impregnated dressings for graft fixation: A case series
Author: Choi JS et al.
Publication: J Wound Care. 2015;24(7):326-328.
Posters
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Comparison of a novel non-medicated bacteria-binding dressing to silver dressings in the management of acute and chronic skin lesions
Author: Corsi A.
Publication: SAWC Fall. 2015;September 12-14, Baltimore, USA
Information on package leaflet
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References
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Husmark J & Arvidsson A. Evaluation of moisture donating capacity of six different wound gels in vitro. EWMA. June 5-7, 2019, Gothenburg, Sweden (PP019).
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Stephen-Haynes J et al. Cutimed Siltec foam and Cutimed Sorbact gel dressings: a clinical audit. Wounds UK. 2010;6:130-136.
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Ciprandi G, et al. Meeting the challenges in pediatric wound care: Our 15-year experience with dialkylcarbamoyl chloride-coated dressing technology in acute and chronic wounds. Chronic Wound Care Management and Research. 2022;9:23-33.
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