Benzethonium chloride (BEC) - It is a surfactant that reduces the viscosity or surface tension of anything to which it comes in contact, including exudate and microorganisms.It helps break up bacterial aggregates and prevents their formation and reformation. EDTA helps make the transfer of the ionic silver from the dressing to bacteria more efficient. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic (EDTA) - It is a metal-chelating agent.How does the Aquacel Advantage Technology Work? More than just silver - a unique formulation that enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of ionic silver within the dressing.Biofilm is formed when communities of bacteria secrete a slime layer to protect themselves.A major contributor to bioburden and delayed wound healing is Biofilm.Bioburden - Persistent forms of bioburden are difficult to completely remove, even with debridement and can regrow quickly.>70% of the bacteria that cause hospital-acquired infections have antibiotic resistance.But too much exudate creates problems like mentioned below, which may result in more frequent dressing changes and delayed wound healing. Exudate - Small amounts of exudate are required for healing.Technology of ConvaTec Aquacel Ag Advantage Antimicrobial DressingsĪquacel Ag Advantage dressings feature 2 technologies that work synergistically to manage the key local barriers to wound healing - exudate, infection and bioburden. How to apply Aquacel Ag Advantage Dressing? ConvaTec SurePress High Compression Bandage.What to buy with Aquacel Ag Advantage Wound Dressing? When to use Aquacel Ag Antimicrobial Wound Dressing? Sustained antimicrobial activity in dressing up to 7 days and prevents microbial reformation.Kills a broad spectrum of bacteria within the dressing including antibiotic resistant microorganisms.Faster reduction of bacteria within the dressing compared to Aquacel Ag Extra, and Acticoat.Micro-contours to the wound bed, eliminating dead space where bacteria can grow.Locks in exudate and bacteria to help minimize the harmful effects of maceration and cross infection.Absorbs wound fluid and creates a soft gel, maintaining a moist wound environment and helps reduce pain associated with dressing changes.2003 49(suppl 8A):2-5.Features of ConvaTec Aquacel Ag Wound Dressing Progression toward healing: wound infection and the role of an advanced silver-containing Hydrofiber dressing. Microbicidal properties of a silver-containing hydrofiber dressing against a variety of burn wound pathogens. Bowler PG, Jones SA, Walker M, Parsons D.Controlling wound bioburden with a novel silver-containing Hydrofiber dressing. Jones SA, Bowler PG, Walker M, Parsons D.Laboratory Test Comparison of AQUACEL ® Surgical Dressing ‘New Design’ and the Jubilee Method ofĭressing Surgical Wounds.A prospective clinical audit of a new dressing design for lower limb arthroplasty wounds. Clarke JV, Deakin AH, Dillon JM, Emmerson S, Kinninmonth AWG.et al, Aquacel Surgical Dressing Reduces the Rate of Acute PJI Following Total Joint Arthroplasty: A Case-Control Study. The Americas Europe Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific The Americas
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