Aquacel Extra wound dressing is composed of two layers of Hydrofiber technology stitched together. It is nine times stronger and has 39% greater absorbency as compared to the original Aquacel wound dressing. Aquacel Extra Hydrofiber dressing is specifically suited to help manage moderate to highly exuding wounds and is cleared for the same indications as the original Aquacel dressing. Aquacel Extra wound dressing is constructed with two-dimensional strengthening fibers that are stitched into the dressing. While made from the same base material that is used to manufacture Hydrofiber technology, the fibers do not gel on contact with fluid so that they maintain their integrity and become encompassed by the gel, providing additional strength and aiding the easy removal. Advanced wound dressings with Hydrofiber technology from ConvaTec dressings with Hydrofiber technology gel on contact with fluid, providing clinicians and patients with substantial wound care benefits. This unique gelling action enables the dressings to lock in exudate and its harmful components and contour closely to the wound bed, in response to changing wound conditions. Aquacel dressings are soft, absorbent non-woven wound dressings based on Hydrofiber technology. Hydrofiber technology, found in the Aquacel family of dressings, is uniquely designed to: Lock in wound exudate and bacteria and reduce lateral spread of fluid.

• Helps protect periwound skin from maceration
• May help minimize cross-infection and risk of wound infection during removal
• Micro-contour to the wound bed.
• Minimizes "dead space" where bacteria can grow
• Maintains an optimal moisture balance in the wound bed
• Respond to wound fluid levels by forming a cohesive gel
• Unique gelling action protects tender wound tissue and minimizes pain associated with dressing changes
• Aquacel Extra dressing is designed to provide additional benefits. Extra strength - 9x Stronger dressing
• Helps facilitate easy removal
• May increase patient comfort during dressing changes
• Extra absorbency - 39% Greater absorbency
• More confidently manages exuding wounds
• May enhance dressing efficiencies
• Latex-free
• Strength, absorbency, confidence
• Retaining and controlling exudate levels to prevent maceration
• Removing harmful bacteria and enzymes from the wound to reduce delayed healing
• Minimizing patient pain and discomfort during dressing changes or when dressing is in situ
• Containing costs while providing effective care

This item is FSA (Flexible Spending Account) eligible.