Description

Mepilex Border Sacrum is a specialized wound dressing designed for the effective management and prevention of sacral pressure ulcers. Its innovative five-layer construction provides superior protection and absorbency, making it suitable for medium-to-high exuding wounds, including those resulting from surgical excision of pilonidal cysts.

Key Features

• Deep Defense Technology: This proprietary feature safeguards against pressure, shear, and friction while managing the wound's microclimate, ensuring optimal moisture and temperature levels.
• Safetac Technology: The soft silicone adhesive layer minimizes pain and trauma during dressing changes, gently molding to the skin for secure yet atraumatic removal.
• Moisture Management: Maintains a moist wound environment to support healing and reduce the risk of maceration.

Design and Material

The absorbent core comprises a flexible foam pad, a non-woven spreading layer, and super absorbent fibers for effective exudate management. The breathable, waterproof outer film acts as a barrier against dirt and bacteria, allowing the dressing to remain shower-proof.

Enhanced design features include handling tabs and thicker borders for easier application and improved gluteal sealing, providing better coverage and protection. The dressing is self-adherent, eliminating the need for additional fixation, and is packaged sterile in individual peel pouches.

Available Sizes

• 16 x 20 cm (6.3" x 7.9")
• 18 x 18 cm
• 22 x 25 cm (8.7" x 9.8")
• 23 x 23 cm

Packaged in boxes of 5 or 10 pieces, Mepilex Border Sacrum is crafted from materials including silicone, polyurethane, polyacrylate, cotton, viscose, polyester, and polyolefin.

Application Guidelines

To apply, ensure the skin is cleansed and dried, covering the sacral area and gluteal cleft without stretching the dressing. The handling tabs assist with application and removal, and the dressing can remain in place for several days, depending on wound condition and exudate level. It is suitable for fragile skin and can be used in combination with gels on dry or necrotic wounds.

Clinical Evidence

Clinical studies have shown that Mepilex Border Sacrum can reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired sacral pressure injuries by up to 88% when used alongside standard prevention protocols. It holds ISCC certification and uses FSC certified paper, emphasizing its commitment to quality and sustainability.

Storage Instructions

Store the dressing in dry conditions below 35°C (95°F). While there are no absolute contraindications, appropriate antimicrobial therapy is recommended if used on clinically infected wounds. The dressing is not suitable for bathing but can remain in place on clean, non-infected wounds for several days, with changes determined by exudate levels.