CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro is the clean choice because it absorbs fluid without breaking down into the wound.

This picture shows that the superabsorbent polymer in CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro not only absorbs excess wound fluid but also holds it in, thereby preventing leakage and reducing the risk of wound maceration, even under compression^3,4.

The image shows how the polyurethane gel matrix of CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro stays intact, leaving no gel or dressing residue in the wound when CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro is removed^1,2.

Compare this to a hydrocolloid being removed  and you can see why the ability of CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro to lock in water is such a clear advantage over hydrocolloids, assuring cleaner, more pleasent dressing changes^1,2.

In addition, the polyurethane top-film of CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro provides a barrier against water and bacteria but still allows water vapour and gaseous exchange, creaing a moist wound-healing environment^3,4.

All of these factors help ensure that CUTINOVA^◊ Hydro is the clear successor to hydrocolloids.