The Allevyn Sacrum Dressing is a uniquely crafted adhesive hydrocellular foam sacrum dressing. Developed by Smith & Nephew, it's shaped to flawlessly fit the sacral area, ensuring enhanced management of pressure sores. This bed sore patch is designed with a low allergy adhesive that adheres strongly to intact skin but not to wounds, reducing the risk of skin irritation. The Allevyn patch is highly absorbent, with a hydrocellular core that can hold liquid in its microscopic structure, allowing it to stay in place for up to five days. The outer layer of the Allevyn sacrum patch is both bacteria-proof and waterproof, contributing to an overall environment conducive to effective wound healing. Allevyn patch for bed sores employs a unique trilaminate construction and tapered edges that prevent any accidental removal, providing comfort and added protection.

Features

• Designed specifically for the sacral area
• Uses low-allergy adhesive
• Waterproof and bacteria-proof outer film layer
• Can be comfortably used up to 5 days

• Wound management: The Allevyn patch is coated with a low-allergy adhesive that adheres securely to intact skin but doesn't stick to wounds. This ensures minimal discomfort while providing effective management of sores.
• Enhanced absorbency: This bed sore patch has a hydrocellular core which absorbs and holds liquid, even viscous exudate. This makes the dressing to stay in place for up to 5 days, reducing the need for frequent changes.
• Promotes healing: Allevyn sacrum patch helps create and maintain a moist wound environment which prevents eschar formation and promotes rapid healing. This optimal environment accelerates healing progress, offering the potential for quicker recovery.
• Secure fit: With its profiled edges and unique anatomical shape, the Allevyn patch for bed sores ensures a secure fit in the sacral area, minimising leakage risk. The dressing also offers cushioning, providing comfort.
• Barrier against infection: The outer layer of the Allevyn sacrum dressing is both waterproof and bacteria-proof. It prevents excess exudate from seeping through the dressing, thereby reducing chances of cross-contamination and wound infection.
• Continuous monitoring: The Allevyn sacrum patch's outer polyurethane layer allows the fluid level in the dressing to be checked regularly. This helps in monitoring the wound's healing progress and informs any need for a dressing change.

• Peel back the protector papers and anchor the dressing over the wound. Smooth the dressing into place, ensuring that the edges of the dressing are not wrinkled.
• When positioning Allevyn sacrum dressings, place the narrow end of the dressing a minimum of 2cm above the anal sphincter, then smooth the dressing over the sacral area.
• During the early stages of treatment, Allevyn sacrum dressings should be inspected frequently. Dressings can be left in place undisturbed until exudate is visible and approaches the edge of the dressing.
• To remove, lift one corner of the dressing and stretch it gently away from the wound.