RespoSorb® Silicone Border

Formerly known as Zetuvit® Plus Silicone Border. Silicone superabsorbent dressing with a border for optimal moisture management [6,7]

Exudate in the wrong amount, of the wrong composition or in the wrong place can delay wound healing1. Some complications from the wrong amount of exudate can lead to skin maceration, wound expansion or delayed healing1,2,3. In addition, this can result in higher wound management costs3 through increased material and treatment time and reduced patient quality of life4,5 through pain, discomfort or social isolation. RespoSorb® Silicone Border is designed to prevent exudate-related complications. Make RespoSorb® Silicone Border your preferred dressing choice for optimal moisture management2.

No additional contact or fixation layer is needed

RespoSorb® Silicone Border benefits from a transparent silicone border that protects the peri woundskin and is designed to keep the peri woundskin area visible, which can be cut to aid application when needed. In addition, RespoSorb® Silicone Border features a backing film6,7, which is showerproof, breathable, bacteria and viral proof12.

The blend of cellulose fluff and fluid retaining superabsorbent particles (SAP) means RespoSorb® Silicone Border, is particularly suitable for treating heavily exuding acute and chronic wounds.

Under compression use

RespoSorb® Silicone Border is ideal for use under compression. Furthermore, RespoSorb® Silicone Border avoids leakage and prevents maceration, even under com pression3,6.

Absorption and Retention – a comparison

RespoSorb®Silicone Border offers better absorption and retention, even under compression, compared to similar wound dressings with a silicone contact layer for moderate to high exudate levels (siliconised superabsorbent polymer foams)6.

Effective exudate management

RespoSorb® Silicone Border offers very good absorption and retention performance while maintaining an optimal microclimate6,7. Furthermore, RespoSorb® Silicone Border avoids leakage and prevents maceration, even under compression3,6while also reducing matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity13.

Versatile

✔ Can be applied aseptically with gloves
✔ Conforms to the body
✔ Stays in place without additional fixation
✔ Suitable for moderate to highly exuding wounds
✔ Simple & intuitive application [9]

Patient-friendly

RespoSorb®Silicone Border alleviates concerns of odour and leakage3,6,10 while offering atraumatic dressing changes thanks to its integrated silicone contact layer8. Furthermore, the unique combination of cellulose and superabsorbent polymer (SAP) provides comfort and cushioning11. Thus, helping socially isolated patients regain confidence.

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References:[1] Moore Z, Strapp H (2015). Managing the problem of excess exudate. Br J Nurs 24(15): S12 -7. [2] Wounds UK (2013) Best Practice Statement. Effective exudate management. London: Wounds UK. Available at: www.wounds-uk.com [3] World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS) (2019). Consensus Document. Wound exudate: effective assessment and management. Wounds International. [4] Dowsett C (2012). Management of wound exudate. Independent Nurse. Available at: www.independentnurse.co.uk/clinical-article/managment-of-woundexudate/63637/ [5] Gethin G, Grocott P, Probst S, Clarke E (2014). Current practice in the management of wound odour: an international survey. Int J Nurs Studies 51: 865 -74. [6] Data on file: 27.Z+Sil-Border_benchmark. [7] Data on file: Dressing Heat and Water Vapor Report 20.07.2018. [8] Data on file: 27. Z+SilBorder_ Add_Feat_ adhesiveness assessment. [9] Data on file: Usability Test with n=30 2018. [10] Davies, LO, Rippon M G and Westgate S J. (2017). Odour Sequestration Properties of Superabsorbent Dressings Perfectus Paper 2017: Poster presented at Wounds UK. Harrogate, UK. [11] Data on file: 27. Z+SilBorder_Thickness. [12] Data on file: 27. Z+SilBorder_ Add_Feat_barrier. [13] Davies,L.O., Carney J., Purcell L.E., Rippon M. G., and Westgate S.J. (2017)Microbial Sequestration and Proteinase Modulation Properties of Silicone Coated Superabsorbent Dressings Perfectus Paper 2017: Poster presented at Wounds UK. Harrogate, UK