Description

Mepilex Border Flex by Mölnlycke Health Care is an innovative wound dressing designed to enhance healing for a variety of exuding wounds. This all-in-one bordered foam dressing is crafted to conform seamlessly to the body's contours, even in challenging areas, ensuring it stays securely in place. Its unique design supports undisturbed healing and allows for greater patient mobility.

Key Features

• Flex Technology: The patented Flex Technology provides 360° stretchability, allowing the dressing to move with the body. This reduces tension and minimizes the risk of detachment, offering flexibility up to 11 times greater than other foam dressings.

• Safetac® Technology: The soft silicone adhesive layer minimizes pain and trauma during dressing changes. It protects wound margins and reduces the risk of maceration, safeguarding both the wound and surrounding skin.

• Advanced Absorption: The dressing's 5-layer construction effectively absorbs, channels, and retains exudate, including viscous exudate. This prevents contamination and maintains a moist wound environment conducive to healing.

• Exudate Monitoring: An integrated grid on the backing film allows clinicians to monitor exudate spread without removing the dressing, providing valuable insights into wound progress.

Benefits

• Water-Resistant: Patients can shower without worry, as the dressing remains securely in place.

• Self-Adherent: No additional fixation is needed, simplifying application and removal.

• Pain Reduction: Designed to minimize pain at dressing changes, enhancing patient comfort.

Suitable Wound Types

Mepilex Border Flex is ideal for:

• Pressure injuries
• Leg and foot ulcers
• Traumatic wounds
• Superficial burns

It is suitable for wounds with medium to high exudation and can be used prophylactically to prevent skin damage.

Application

The dressing can be worn for up to 7 days on non-infected wounds, depending on exudate levels. It is intended for use by healthcare professionals but can be applied by others if necessary. Removal is straightforward, involving gentle peeling to avoid skin trauma.

Available Sizes

Mepilex Border Flex comes in various sizes and shapes, including square, rectangular, and oval options. Packaging varies, offering flexibility to meet different clinical needs.

Precautions

Not suitable for individuals with known sensitivities to its components. If signs of infection appear, consultation with a healthcare professional is advised.

Additional Information

This dressing is designed to reduce the frequency of changes, saving time and costs while promoting healthy wound healing. Its ease of use and low pain at dressing changes make it highly acceptable to patients, contributing to better overall care outcomes.