Dressing Overview
Mepilex Border Post-Op Dressing is a comfortable and easy-to-use dressing for surgical wounds such as cuts and abrasions. The product have Safetac technology for self-adherence with reduced risk of maceration and pain during changes. Mepilex Post-Op has a highly-absorbent design that reduces change frequency. The high-adherence technology allows for early patient mobility and is lined with a showerproof seal, allowing the patient up to seven days before needing a change. Mepilex Post-Op is available in multiple sizes and quantities. Stock up on InterDry AG with Antimicrobial Silver Complex to keep your clinic prepared for a range of patient wound needs.
How Mepilex Border Post-Op Works
Mepilex Border Post-Op is an all-in-one post-op dressing that effectively absorbs and retains surgical exudate. The patented Safetac layer minimizes the incidence of blisters and ensures it can be changed without causing damage to the wound or surrounding skin. The Safetac layer seals the peri-wound edges to prevent the exudate from leaking onto the surrounding skin, minimizing the risk of maceration. The flex technology provides high flexibility and comfortability over joints like hips and knees, promoting patient mobilization.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long can Mepilex Border be left on?
They can be left in place for up to seven days, depending on the condition of the patient's wound.
Can patients shower with Mepilex?
The Mepilex Border Post-Op has a showerproof seal and can be worn in the shower. For added protection, pair with a waterproof film such as Nexcare Tegaderm.
What is Mepilex made of?
Mepilex is an absorbent, atraumatic dressing made with polyurethane foam. The outer surface is bonded with a vapor-permeable polyurethane membrane, which serves as a barrier to liquid and microorganisms.
Features and Benefits
- Helps Reduce Risk of Surgical Site Infections
- Supports Early Patient Mobilization
- 7-Day Usage Reduces Dressing-Related Costs
- Minimizes Pain During Change
- Doesn't Stick to the Wound
- Highly Absorbent Design with Showerproof Seal
- Transparent Border Allows Easy Inspection
Directions for Use
- Gently cleanse the wound; dry surrounding skin. Open the sterile package and remove the dressing. For best results, Mepilex Border Post-Op must overlap the wound by 1-2 cm.
- Peel off the narrow part of the release film and fixate Mepilex Border Post-Op to the skin. Do not stretch. Remove the narrow release film completely and then the wider release film.
- Fixate the dressing securely in place. Mepilex Border Post-Op can be left in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound and the surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice.
Indications
Mepilex All-in-One Post-Op is a self-adhesive absorbent surgical dressing design for exuding wounds. The intended use is for acute, moderate to highly exudating wounds, such as surgical wounds, cuts and abrasions.
Contraindications
Do not use this product on patients with known sensitivities to the dressing or its components. If there are signs of clinical infection, consult a health care professional for adequate infection treatment.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Molnlycke
- Item Numbers: 496300, 496405, 496455, 496605, 496650
- Material: Polyurethane
- Sterile: Yes
- Latex-Free: Yes
Manuals and Documents
Product Videos
How Mepilex Border Post-Op Works (2:29 minutes)
Mepilex Border Post-Op Product Video (1:40 minutes)
How to Apply Mepilex Border Post-Op on the Knee (1:46 minutes)
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