Key Features of Sorbsan Plus Dressings

Description Sorbsan Plus consists of a layer of alginate fibre (see Sorbsan) bonded on to an absorbent viscose pad which in turn is backed with a pink viscose/polyester layer to indicate the outer surface of the dressing. When in contact with serum, wound exudate, or solutions containing sodium ions, the insoluble calcium alginate is partially converted to the soluble sodium salt, and a hydrophilic gel is produced, which overlays the wound and provides a micro-environment that is believed to facilitate wound healing. IIndications Sorbsan Plus has the same general indications as the plain Sorbsan sheet, for example leg ulcers and pressure areas, but is particularly indicated for heavily exuding wounds. Contra-indications Although there are no known contra-indications to the use of Sorbsan Plus, the dressing will be of little value if applied to wounds that are very dry, or covered with hard black necrotic tissue

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