DuoDerm CGF (control gel formula) dressing
Introduction
DuoDerm is an occlusive dressing interacts with wound exudate producing a soft mass that enables removal of the dressing with little or no damage to newly formed tissue. DuoDerm also aids in isolating the wound from external contamination.
Indications
- dermal ulcers, including full thickness wounds
- pressure ulcers, stage I-IV
- leg ulcers
- superficial wounds (minor abrasions)
- second degree burns
- donor sites
Contraindications
Procedure
Odor: Wounds, particularly those that are large or necrotic, are often accompanied by a disagreeable odor. This is not necessarily an indication of infection. The odor should disappear when the wound is cleansed.
Excessive granulation tissue may develop in some wounds when using occlusive dressings.
Instructions for usage:
Cleanse the wound according to hospital practice. Irrigate the wound with saline & dry the surrounding skin to ensure it is free of greasy substances.
The dressing should extend at least 1 1/4 inch beyond the wound margin.
Use of DuoDerm helps facilitate liquefaction & removal of dead tissue; however eschar that is particularly thick or fused to the wound margins should be removed prior to application of the dressing. It is advisable to remove hair surrounding the wound.
DuoDerm application:
- Minimize finger contact with adhesive surface
- Apply in a rolling motion, avoid stretching
- Smooth into place, especially around edges
- On a sacral ulcer, press into anal fold
- Use hypoallergic tape around edges to avoid peeling
DuoDerm removal:
- Press down on the skin & carfully lift an edge of the dressing
- Continue until all edges are free
- Remove dressing within 7 days
- Leave dressing in place unless uncomfortable, leaking or signs of infection
Notes
Packaging:
4 inch x 4 inch boxes of 5 or 20
6 inch x 6 inch boxes of 5 or 20
6 inch x 8 inch box of 5
8 inch x 8 inch box of 5
8 inch x 12 inch box of 5
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References
- ↑ ConvaTec, a Bristol-Myers Squibb Company