Features of Elta Drawtex Hydroconductive Wound Dressing Rolls
- Actively draws fluid away from the wound up to 150 cc/hour
- Leva Fiber Technology allows the dressing to lift, hold and transfer the wound exudate both vertically and horizontally
- Great for Chronic and Acute Wounds
- Diminishes Harmful Bacteria
- Removes Unhealthy Toxins
- Draws Out Fibrin and Slough Debris
- Prevents Peristomal Maceration
- Leaves Granulation Tissue In Tact
- Cut-to-Fit Design
- Designed for Any Wound Shape
What to buy with Elta Drawtex Dressing Rolls
- Nurse Assist USP Normal Sterile Saline For Irrigation
- Covidien Curity Adhesive Wound Closure Strips
- Medline Skintegrity Wound Cleanser
How to Use Drawtex Non-Adherant Dressing
- Indications
– High Exudative Wounds
– Moderate Exudative Wounds
– Burns
– Post-Operative Wounds
– Complex Surgical Wounds
– Amputations
– Pressure Ulcers
– Leg Ulcers
– Buruli Ulcers
– Diabetic Foot Ulcers - Contraindications
- Drawtex is contraindicated if arterial bleeding is present.
- Drawtex is sterile unless opened or damaged.
- Do not use Drawtex if the package is opened or damaged.
- Drawtex is for external use only.
- Drawtex is intended for single use only. Do not reuse.
- Drawtex should be stored in a cool, dry place.
- Application
- Drawtex may be cut to conform to wound shape. Any side of Drawtex can be used against the wound bed.
- For low exudating or dry wounds, apply a nonadherent (perforated) dressing before applying Drawtex.
- For best results, ensure dressing has direct contact with wound bed.
- For moderate to highly exudating wounds, apply Drawtex directly to wound bed.
- For heavy exudate, apply additional layers as necessary.
- Cover with a secondary dressing or bandage of choice.
- Change Drawtex every one to three days, as necessary.
- Once exudate is under control, dressing may be changed less frequently.
- If Drawtex is adherent, irrigate with saline for easy removal.
