Hydrocolloid Dressing Overview
The Restore Hydrocolloid Dressing from Hollister maintains a moist wound environment while remaining impassable to microorganisms. It serves as a dressing that is stimulated by heat, with an adhesive coat on the inner layer to uphold the ideal healing conditions. Exudate overflow is collected and absorbed by this dressing to also keep the affected area clear.
Are There Different Types Of Restore Dressings?
Yes! Restore Dressings have variations like tapered, non-tapered, and dressings with a foam backing. Here are some helpful distinctions for each of them to consider for the patient's specific needs and wound care situation.
Tapered
Tapered Restore Dressings are easily identified by the thicker center of the dressing and much thinner edges. This provides extra flexibility and additional comfort. These bandages can also provide protection of full thickness wounds. Thanks to a translucent design, it allows the best direct view of the wound as it develops and recovers.
Non-Tapered
With the Non-Tapered Restore Dressing, there is a more flexible outer layer which keeps the wound protected from infection.
Foam-Backed
The Foam-Backed Restore Dressing is a wound covering that creates a gel-like covering across the wound area.
What Makes Hydrocolloids Unique?
With hydrocolloid dressings, patients receive a dressing that contains a substance that creates a gel barrier over the wound area. These dressings create a moist environment that helps the wound recover.
Features and Benefits
- Keeps Bacterial Out of the Wound Site
- Provides Waterproof Protection
- Lasts Longer on Wound Than Most Dressings
FAQ
Can hydrocolloid dressings be cut?
Yes. These dressings can be cut and sized according to the appropriate size of the wound.
Are hydrocolloid dressings good for use on burn wounds?
These dressings are not to be used with larger burns, but can be applied to semi-thick, smaller burns.
Indications
- Light or moderate exudate
- Primary or secondary coverings
- Necrotic wounds (with signs of decay/rot)
- Skin ulcers
Contraindications
Do not use if the wound has a heavy amount of exudate or infection or if it is located on or around fragile skin, as it will cause damage.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hollister
- Brand: Restore
- Product Numbers: 519930, 519932, 519953, 519955, 519956, 519957, 519958, 519959, 519963, 519965
- Dimensions: 4 x 4 Inch, 6 x 6 Inch, 6 x 8 Inch, 8 x 8 Inch, 17-Inch Triangle, 26.5-Inch Triangle
- Latex-Free: Yes
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