5 large format Waterproof dressings - Urgo

The URGO Waterproof dressing – Large Format is designed to protect superficial wounds, even when bathing and showering. Something to rejoice in if you need to protect wounds from contact with water.

Flexible , it accompanies all your movements by easily adapting to different areas of the body, for maximum comfort!

Her transparent support which allows the wound to be monitored.

Its compress covered with a non-stick veil which does not stick to the wound and allows painless removal.

Sterile, it helps limit the risk of infection.

Instructions for use :

1. Skin preparation

• If necessary, shave the hair to ensure good adhesion of the dressing.
• Thoroughly disinfect the wound, rinse and dry carefully.
• If necessary, perform hemostasis of the wound (stop the bleeding)

2. Application of the dressing: see application diagrams

3. Removing the dressing: for removal by stretching while respecting the skin, see diagram

Precautions for use :

Avoid tension when laying

Renew the dressing, according to the instructions for use, on average every 2 to 3 days and:

• if in doubt about the dryness of the compress after swimming, showering or balneotherapy
• in case of saturation of the compress by blood or exudates

On medical prescription, it is possible to keep the dressing in place for a maximum of 7 days.

In all cases, regularly monitor the wound or puncture site and surrounding areas for signs of infection such as pain, redness, swelling, unusual odor or discharge.

If in doubt, contact your doctor or nursing service.

Do not use the dressing on infected wounds, infected puncture sites, deep, bleeding or heavily exuding wounds.

Do not use for covering central venous catheters

Single use only (otherwise risk of infection) – Do not re-sterilize – Check the integrity of the individual sterility packaging before use

Do not use for more than 30 consecutive days

Do not use in newborns weighing less than 3.5 kg

Do not expose to light for prolonged periods.

Composition :

Polyurethane film coated with an acrylic adhesive mass.

Non-woven absorbent compress covered with a non-stick polyethylene protective veil.

Sterile dressing.

Format: Box of 5 dressings. Dimensions: 10 cm x 7 cm.