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    Hydrocolloid Dressings - Pads, Foam, Gel, Alginate, Silver

    Hydrocolloid dressings are an advanced wound dressing constructed with pectin, carboxymethylcellulose, and polymers. Some dressings have an adhesive added to the border, laminated to film or foam. They are generally used for moderately draining wounds. What makes these dressings unique is their soft, absorptive wafers that become gel-like over time to help with the healing process. Our selection includes quality products from top brands.

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    Wound Healing Benefits of Hydrocolloid Dressings

    These dressings offer many advantages for wound healing. Its design is waterproof and self-adhering. They repel water and seal the wound from external contaminants. Many of these dressings are self-adhesive to the skin around the wound. They absorb light to moderate exudate and are available in many different shapes and sizes. These dressings also come in different thicknesses. Dressing changes are less frequent than with many other dressings, requiring changes only every 3 to 5 days. Fewer changes reduce wound trauma and patient anxiety often experienced with dressing removal and replacement.

    Types of Dressings

    • Hydrocolloid Pads
    • Thin Hydrocolloid Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Adhesive
    • Silver Hydrocolloid Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Gel Bandage
    • Hydrocolloid Sheet
    • Alginate Hydrocolloid Dressing
    • Sacral Hydrocolloid Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Foam Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Ointment
    • Transparent Hydrocolloid
    • Occlusive Hydrocolloid Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Water Dressing
    • Hydrocolloid Acne Dressing

    Construction

    Gelatin

    Pectin

    Film Backing

    Foam Backing

    Opaque

    Transparent

    Indications

    Partial to full thickness wounds

    Grandular wound

    Necrotic wound

    Moist or dry wound sites

    Low to moderate draining wounds

    Properties

    Flexible and Body Conforming

    Easy Application

    Easy Removal

    Light to Moderate Absorbtion

    Does not Adhere to Wound

    Occulsive

    Contraindication

    Infected wounds

    Diabetic patients

    Wound Types

    Partial Thinckness

    Full Thickness

    Low to Moderate Exudating

    Grandular

    Necrotic

     

    Dressing Characteristics

    Occlusive

    Flexible

    Adheres to the skin, not the wound

    Absorbs low to moderate exudate

    Opaque

    Advantages 

    • Promotes a moist environment for healing
    • Provides autolytic debridement of necrotic wounds
    • Highly absorbent
    • Waterproof
    • Fewer dressing changes (3 to 7 days)
    • Offers faster healing
    • Offers less pain
    • Lowers risk of infection (impermeable to external contaminants)
    • Will not traumatize skin upon removal
    • Easy to apply
    • Does not adhere to the wound
    • Some are adhesive-dressings that adhere to surrounding skin to seal off the wound
    • Flexible and conforming

    Product Characteristics

    Debridment: Autolytic

    Moisture Management: light - moderate exudate; high vapor transmission; maintains moist enviroment

    Wound Protection: occulsive; keeps out contaminates; impermeable to water; reduces infection risk

    Conforming Bandages: flexable; body conforming

    Change Frequency: 3 to 5 day; easy dressing changes; does not stick to wounds

    Infection or Odor Control: no 

    Disadvantages

    • Not for wounds with heavy exudate
    • Not for infectious wounds
    • May cause hypergranulation
    • Possible skin maceration
    • May promote the growth of anaerobic bacteria
    • Not the best choice for patients with fragile skin
    • Maybe challenging to stay in position
    • Sometimes produces odor
    • Not for use upon foot wounds of diabetic patients

    FAQ's

    What is a hydrocolloid dressing?

    This wound care product is known for its flexibility and its occlusive design. It repels water and keeps out harmful substances, including bacteria. The bandage offers a moist wound environment to promote healing.

    What are hydrocolloid dressings used for?

    This dressing treats partial and full thickness wounds.  It is a very flexible dressing that contours to the body, making it a good choice for awkward areas such as elbows and heels.

    • autolytic debridement
    • light to moderate exudate
    • maintains a moist wound environment
    • thermal insulation
    • impermeable to water
    • bacteria barrier
    • reduces infection rates
    • conforming bandage

    Types of wounds served.

    • Burns
    • Pressure Ulcers
    • Blisters
    • Boils
    • Sutures
    • Abrasions

    When should hydrocolloid dressings be used?

    This wound treatment protects grandular and necrotic wounds. It should not be used on infected wounds unless it has an added antimicrobial agent such as silver.

    Types of Hydrocolloid Dressings

    • Gelatin
    • Pectin
    • Film Backing
    • Foam Backing
    • Transparent
    • With or Without Border

    Ranking the Best Hydrocolloid Dressings (by sales)

    • 3M Tegaderm
    • ConvaTec DuoDERM
    • 3M Nexcare
    • Coloplast Comfeel
    • Medline Exuderm
    • Coloplast Contreet
    • Hollister Restore
    • Smith & Nephew RepliCare
    • Systagenix Nu-Derm
    • DermaSciences Medihoney
    • DermaRite DermaFilm
    • Hartmann USA Flexicol

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