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Sorbact Superabsorbent

Bacteria and fungi binding superabsorbent wound dressing

Reduces bioburden in high to excessively exuding wounds

Sorbact Superabsorbent is a bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing, based on Sorbact Technology. It consists of a Sorbact DACC™-coated wound contact layer combined with a superabsorbent core and water repellent backing, which prevents strike through. The product absorbs and retains high to excessive levels of exudate, thereby reducing the risk of maceration. Sorbact Superabsorbent prevents[1]View reference information and treats[2]View reference information wound infections and facilitates the wound healing process. Can be used in conjunction with compression therapy.

Layer details

Sorbact Superabsorbent with four layers: 1 top white backing, 2 superabsorbent layer, 3 middle layer, 4 bottom green wound contact layer.

  1. Water repellent backing

    Water repellent backing – low risk for strike through and leakage

  2. Superabsorbent pad

    Superabsorbent pad, absorbs and retains wound fluid

  3. Distribution layer

    Distribution layer for quick distribution into the superabsorbent pad

  4. Sorbact wound contact layer

    Sorbact wound contact layer for bioburden reduction

Intended purpose

Sorbact Superabsorbent is intended for use in management of clean, contaminated, colonized or infected high to excessive exuding wounds, such as pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, traumatic wounds and surgical wounds. Sorbact Superabsorbent is intended to be used on superficial wounds.

Wound exudate

High to Excessive

Wound depth

Superficial

Wound type

  • Colonized/infected
  • Superficial
  • Clean

How to use

For detailed product information, contradictions, 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. Ensure the dressing is allowed to expand under the fixation.

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 Superabsorbent can be used in conjunction with compression therapy.

Sorbact Superabsorbent is MRI safe. Sorbact Superabsorbent is MRI safe. Prior to radiation therapy, remove Sorbact Superabsorbent if placed in the radiation field. A new dressing can be applied following treatment.

Instructional video

How to use Sorbact Superabsorbent

Product range

Product data for Sorbact Superabsorbent
Size Pieces per pack Reference number
10 × 10 cm 10 98501
10 × 20 cm 10 98502
20 × 20 cm 10 98503
20 × 30 cm 10 98504

Documentation

IFU

References

  1. 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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  2. 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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