Hartmann 49210001 - Calcium Alginate Dressing, 4" x 4", Sterile, 10/bx

Hartmann 49210001 - Calcium Alginate Dressing, 4" x 4", Sterile, 10/bx

The Hartmann 49210001 Calcium Alginate Dressing is a highly absorbent, sterile wound care dressing designed to manage moderate to heavily exuding wounds. Measuring 4 inches by 4 inches, this dressing forms a soft gel upon contact with wound exudate, maintaining a moist environment conducive to healing. It is ideal for cavity wounds, pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and trauma sites.

Key Benefits

• Rapidly absorbs exudate to help reduce maceration
• Transforms into a gel to conform to wound shape and promote healing
• Maintains a moist wound environment without sticking to the wound bed
• Sterile and individually packaged for safety and convenience
• Supports autolytic debridement for cleaner healing

Compatibility and Applications

Suitable for moderate to heavily draining wounds such as diabetic ulcers, pressure sores, post-operative wounds, and donor sites. Can be used under compression therapy and in conjunction with secondary dressings like foam or gauze pads.

Usage Guidelines

• Clean wound area before application
• Place the dressing directly onto the wound, ensuring full coverage
• Use an appropriate secondary dressing to hold it in place
• Replace based on clinical condition or as directed (typically every 13 days)

Certifications and Safety Standards

• Latex-free and biocompatible for patient safety
• Manufactured under stringent ISO 13485 medical device standards
• Sterilized for clinical and surgical use

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared to traditional gauze or non-absorbent pads, Hartmann 49210001 offers superior absorption and gel formation, reducing the frequency of dressing changes. Its conforming gel minimizes trauma during removal, unlike some adhesive dressings.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

Designed for use by healthcare professionals in hospitals, wound clinics, and long-term care facilities. Also appropriate for trained caregivers in home health settings treating exudative wounds.

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