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Description
A common thread runs through the array of literature on patients with venous leg ulcers (VLUs): Patient quality of life is significantly impacted by the effects of chronic exudate. When dressings don’t properly manage exudate, fluid can leak onto and soil patient garments, compression devices, wraps, furniture, and healthy skin. It can be unsightly, and odorous, and delay healing. Many patients socially isolate themselves due to embarrassment.
Meanwhile, clinicians caring for these ulcers want to build patient trust. They are looking for solutions that help patients have a more positive experience managing their ulcers.
It's not just for leg ulcers:
Mepilex Up is ideal for other chronic wounds too. Because Mepilex Up easily conforms to and fits difficult-to-dress areas. it’s suitable for a wide range of exuding wounds and locations, in all healing stages — making it a versatile and valuable addition to your clinic’s formulary.
How it works
- A patented foam structure creates a proprietary dimpled surface pattern.
- The dimpled pattern lets the dressing spread fluid evenly in all directions, even against gravity.
- The innovative and unique spreading properties minimize the risk of leakage and may contribute to long wear time and fewer dressing changes.
Given its unique spreading properties, Mepilex Up can successfully manage high volumes of fluid for a long period, which may contribute to a long wear time and fewer dressing changes, potentially saving valuable time and money. Additionally, leaving the dressing in place for several days supports undisturbed wound healing efforts and their subsequent benefits.
Foam dressings that can’t adequately manage fluid from exudating ulcers are often wasteful due to the increased need for washing patient clothing, compression devices, and bed linen. For clinicians, it potentially wastes medical supplies and precious time rewrapping wounds. However, Mepilex Up may be left in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound and surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice.
Features
- A contact layer made of our trusted Safetac technology provides gentle adhesion, minimizing pain and trauma to the wound and surrounding skin upon removal of the dressing.
- A breathable, water-resistant backing film secures fluid within the dressing while evaporating excess moisture.
- Highly comfortable, with a low profile. Easy to use, especially in difficult-to-dress areas - and can be cut to fit.
- Mepilex Up is an innovative foam dressing intentionally designed to minimize the risk of leakage and prevent its spread to healthy skin.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer Part 212299: | Size 4" x 8" (10 x 20 cm) |
|---|---|
| HCPCS Code: | A6210 |
| Manufacturer Part 212399: | Size 6" x 6" (15 x 15 cm) |
| HCPCS Code: | A6210 |
| Manufacturer Part 212499: | Size 8" x 8" (20 x 20 cm) |
| HCPCS Code: | A6211 |
| Manufacturer Part 212199: | Size 4" x 4" (10 x 10 cm) |
| HCPCS Code: | A6209 |
| Country of Origin: | Finland |
| Adhesive Type: | Silicone Adhesive |
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| Backing Material: | without Film Backing |
| Border Type: | without Border |
| Color: | White |
| Material: | Foam |
| Shape: | Square |
| Sterility: | Sterile |
| UNSPSC Code: | 42311510 |
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