Until recently, the treatment of various kinds of skin disorders was carried out with the help of numerous dressings: cotton wool, bandages, tampons or gauze. Modern medicine involves the use of more modern and technological methods - sterile postoperative dressings. In the article you will find information about popular products in this category and their features.
Why do I need a post-op dressing?
This device belongs to the varieties of dressings. It is used during the rehabilitation period, as well as for the treatment of surgical wounds. The self-adhesive sterile bandage accelerates the healing of the damaged area of the skin, thus reducing the rehabilitation period and ensuring a painless dressing process. Depending on the type of mechanical damage, these products are used for:
- burn wounds;
- trophic ulcers;
- cuts and abrasions;
- pressure sores;
- pustular wounds;
- diaper rash and scuffs;
- Wounds after operations.
Post-operative dressing is sterile and suitable for wounds with moderate discharge. These include surgical wounds, cuts and abrasions.
Among the main functions of this type of dressing, there are:
- protecting the damaged area from infection with microbes and bacteria in the postoperative period;
- absorption of fluid from the wound, making the patient feel more comfortable, in addition, in this way bed linen and clothes do not get dirty with exudate;
- protection against possible skin injury during the healing period;
- pain reduction;
- disinfectant action.
It is worth noting the non-woven coating that allows the skin to breathe, which is especially important for fast and effective wound healing. Thanks to its elasticity, the dressing adapts to the contours of the patient's body, ensuring ease of use.
Cosmopor headband
Cosmopor self-adhesive postoperative dressing has a soft polyester base and consists of several layers.
- The first layer is a non-woven backing, which has the important ability to not stick to the surface of the wound.
- The second layer is responsible for the drainage function. It is achieved through the use of a special pad formed from natural viscose fibers in the form of a pillow covered with the thinnest polyethylene mesh. When applieddressings, it is the mesh that is in contact with the wound, but does not stick to its surface. Among other things, it has protective and absorbent properties. One gram of pad is capable of holding about 9 ml of liquid.
- The third layer of the dressing is a thin layer of silicone-coated paper. It serves as a distributor of secreted fluid (ichor, exudate, blood).
- The fourth layer is the cellulose coating. It has the ability to repel moisture, thereby protecting the dressing and the wound itself from the penetration of foreign bodies and media.
- Cosmopor bandage is securely held on the skin thanks to synthetic rubber glue, it also contains rosin. The non-woven backing allows it to be used on the upper, lower extremities and other moving parts of the body.
There are almost never skin reactions in the places where the dressing is glued, due to the use of hypoallergenic glue. Since Kosmopor is a safe, proven remedy, it can be used in the treatment of diseases in children, including newborns, nursing mothers, pregnant women and people prone to allergic reactions. "Kosmopor" provides excellent breathability, does not interfere with secretion, and is painlessly removed from the skin.
On the shelves of pharmacies and pharmaceutical markets, Cosmopor is available in sizes:
- 7, 25cm;
- 156cm;
- 108cm;
- 158cm;
- 208cm;
- 2010cm;
- 2510cm;
- 3510see
The cost of one patch is from 8 to 20 rubles. per piece.
How to use Cosmoport
In order to properly apply the Cosmopor postoperative dressing, it must be used according to the instructions.
- With clean hands treated with a disinfectant, the dressing package is opened at the place indicated by the manufacturer.
- Remove one piece of paper protection from bandage.
- Then it is applied to the wound, smoothed and pressed with minimal effort.
- Then the paper cover is removed from the second half of the dressing. The pad should be placed in the center of the wound, completely covering the injured area.
Cosmopor self-adhesive bandage is recommended to be renewed at least once every three days, depending on the type of wound. The postoperative dressing is renewed daily or several times a day.
Fixopore S dressings
Fixopore S postoperative self-adhesive bandage is made of soft and elastic material. It has good breathability.
At the center is an absorbent layer with a micro-mesh surface that does not stick to the wound. Special glue does not cause irritation and allergic reactions on the skin. Rounded edges around the bandage prevent it from peeling off. The wide fold of paper protection facilitates bandaging. Fixopore S is X-ray transparent.
On the shelves of pharmacies and pharmaceutical markets, Fixopore S is available in sizes:
- 7, 25cm;
- 106cm;
- 108cm;
- 158cm;
- 2010cm;
- 2510cm;
- 3010cm;
- 3510 cm.
Cost - from 8 rubles. per piece.
Mepilex dressing
Mepilex dressing has a soft spongy base that allows you to effectively absorb exudate. The Safetac layer tightly covers the wound along the edges, preventing leakage of liquid to adjacent skin areas, reducing the risk of maceration.
When the bandage is removed, the patient does not feel pain, and the skin and the wound itself are not injured. "Mepilex" is more intended for weeping wounds, such as bedsores, pustular and ulcerative lesions of the ankles, injuries and skin ruptures that are tightened by secondary intention.
You can buy Mepilex in different sizes at the pharmacy:
- 7.5×7.5cm;
- 12.5×12.5 cm;
- 10 × 21 cm.
Price from 500 rubles. per piece.
How to use Mepilex
A sterile postoperative self-adhesive bandage is glued according to the instructions.
- The wound is cleaned and the skin around it is dried.
- The protective film is removed from the dressing and applied to the damaged area, avoiding stretching.
- The best option is when the bandage covers the skin around the wound by two cm. If necessary, Mepilex can be cut off and additionally fixed.
Silcofix dressing
Silkofix madefrom a non-woven base with an absorbent pad with silver, it protects the wound well, having a bactericidal effect. The postoperative bandage has high air permeability, is well tolerated by the skin, without causing its maceration. The pad in the center of the bandage has absorbent properties. The bandage is securely fixed, it is hypoallergenic and elastic.
Silkofix Ag post-operative dressings are available in different sizes:
- 8, 25 x 10 cm;
- 8, 25 x 15 cm;
- 8, 25 x 20 cm;
- 8, 25 x 25 cm;
- 8, 25 x 30 cm;
- 8, 25 x 35 cm;
- 8, 25 x 60 cm.
Cost - from 25 rubles. per piece.
Silver is well known for its antibacterial properties and effectiveness against various kinds of bacteria. Silver-based preparations have antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal effects. Therefore, when in contact with the wound, the silver-treated pad activates its antimicrobial effect, preventing the spread of bacteria and eliminating the development of a secondary infection.
