ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity - Cavity Wound Dressing

ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity provides ALLEVYN^◊ hydrocellular technology in a unique 3 dimensional structure for effective management of deep wounds.

Highly absorbent
ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity dressings have been designed to overcome the problems associated with dressing deep wounds. Their high absorbency results from the ability of the encapsulated foam “chips” to absorb exudate not only by capillary action (as is the case with traditional absorbents), but also by absorption of fluid into the structure of the foam. The result is cost effective management of cavity wounds without the need for frequent dressing changes.

Highly conformable to wound contours
ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity dressings are available in a range of sizes suitable for virtually all deep wounds. The dressings are soft and pliable, improving the conformability and versatility of the product. The dressing provides and maintains optimum contact with the wound surface as it absorbs, minimizing the risk of abscess formation.

Easy to use and apply
ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity dressing are presented individually sterilized in convenient plastic trays. More than one dressing may be used in the same wound if necessary. The correct dressing or combination of dressings can be quickly and easily placed into the cavity, allowing more effective use of nursing time.

Superior non-adherency
The three-dimensional honeycombed outer surface of the ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity dressing provides a highly effective non-adherent wound contact layer, so minimizing discomfort and trauma during dressing changes.

Helps create and maintain a moist wound environment
The wound contact surface of the ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity dressing maintains a moist wound environment which helps prevent eschar formation and helps promote an environment for healing.

• ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity indicated as an external wound dressing for the management of exudate from chronic wounds such as:
                      Ulcers (venous, arterial, diabetic)
                      Pressure Sores
                      Donor Sites
                      Surgical incisions
                      Surgical Excisions
                      Lacerations
                      Burns (1st and 2nd degree)

• Conforms to the wound bed to support tissues and provide for patient comfort during wound management.

• ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity should not be re-used.
• Avoid using forceps to place the dressing into the wound as this may puncture the dressing.
• Ensure the number of dressings used in the wound is noted upon application and checked upon removal.
• Do not use ALLEVYN^◊ Cavity with oxidizing agents such as hypochlorite solutions (eg. Dakins) or hydrogen peroxide, as these break down the foam filling of the dressings.
• Not indicated for use on third degree burns.