Healing for every body

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  • Product facts visualizing low to high-superficial-sloughy- granulating- epithelializing

Cutimed® Siltec® PLUS Heel

is a silicone coated, sterile, absorbent polyurethane foam dressing with superabsorbent stripes to additionally absorb and lock wound exudate. The wound contact surface allows adherence to the periwound skin but not to the moist wound bed or newly formed epithelial tissue. The “PLUS” stands for higher adhesion within the Siltec product range
  • Gentle with high adherence
  • Special shape
  • Cushioning effect

Intended Purpose

Indications: The Cutimed SiltecPLUS Heel assortment is indicated for exuding wounds such as: venous and arterial ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers surgical incisions, skin grafts and donor sites, lacerations or abrasions. It is recommended for wounds with low to high exudate levels. 

Wear time: Cutimed SiltecPLUS Heel can remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on wound conditions and saturation of wound dressing. It is recommended to change the dressing every 24 hours initially, moving to less frequent changes as necessary. 

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Product benefits

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Gentle with high adherence

The silicone wound contact layer - with higher adherence than Cutimed Siltec Heel 3D - prevents adherence to newly formed tissue, protects wound margins and ensures atraumatic, pain-reduced dressing changes.1, 2, 3
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Special shape

Especially designed to fit the heel and provide good conformability. Also adaptable to similar body parts, such as elbows or knees. The dressing can also be cut to size.1, 2
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Cushioning effect

This dressing reduces pressure peaks. Its cushioning properties provide good wearing comfort.
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Reliable exudate management

The open porous polyurethane foam enables vertical absorption and ensures exudate is taken up reliable and kept inside the dressing – even under compression. Superabsorbent stripes additionally support the absorption capacity.1, 4
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Water-repellent and breathable backing

The outer film is bacteria proof, water-repellent and ensures proper fluid evaporation for changing stages of saturation.

Product facts

Superficial

Sloughy

Granulating

Epithelialising

Low to high

Secondary dressing needed

How to use

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1. Clean the wound according to good clinical practice.

2. Make sure, the surrounding skin is dry.

3. Choose an appropriate dressing size that covers the wound and overlaps the wound edges. (A)

4. Open the pouch and take out the dressing. Ensure sterility.
5. Remove protective film (B) and apply with the adherent side towards the wound. (C)

6. Avoid stretching the dressing.

7. Apply additional dressing fixation.

8. If necessary, Cutimed Siltec Plus Heel can be used in combination with other dressings e.g. Cutimed Sorbact (in case of infected wounds) or Cutimed Gel (for dry, necrotic wounds).

9. Cutimed Siltec Heel may be used on an infected wound in addition to antimicrobial therapy under medical supervision.

10. Cutimed Siltec Plus Heel can remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on wound conditions and exudate levels. It is recommended to change the dressing every 24 hours initially, moving to less frequent changes as necessary.

How to Remove

11. Carefully remove any additional dressing fixation and gently remove Cutimed Siltec Heel from the wound and discard.

12. If required, cleanse the wound prior to application of a new dressing.

Product specifications

PRODUCT
REF
Dimensions
Pieces/box
Pcs. definition
Pieces/shipper
Boxes/shipper
Sterile
Cutimed® Siltec® PLUS Heel 7328805 16 cm x 24 cm 5 BOX OF 5 POUCHES OF 1 50 10 Yes

Medical References

1 Seckam A., A multicentre, observational evaluation of the product characteristics of two absorbent foam dressings. Br J Nurs. Jun 27, 2019;28(12):S10-S17.
2 King B., A clinical evaluation of 20 patients when using a new absorbent silicone foam wound dressing: Cutimed Siltec B. Wounds UK. 2018; Vol 14. No 3.
3 Zimmermann S., In-vitro exudate management performance of a new hydropholic foam dressing range. Poster EWMA. 2017; Amsterdam.
4 Bateman SD., 150 patient experiences with a soft silicone foam dressing. Br J Nurs. Jun 25-Jul 8, 2015;24(12):S16, S18-23.

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