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Sorbact Absorption

Bacteria and fungi binding absorbent wound dressing

Sorbact Absorption is a bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing, based on Sorbact Technology.

  • For moderate to high exuding wounds
How it works

Reduces bioburden in moderate to high exuding wounds

Sorbact Absorption is a bacteria and fungi binding wound dressing, based on Sorbact Technology. It consists of a Sorbact DACC™-coated wound contact layer combined with an absorbent core, which absorbs and retains exudate. Sorbact Absorption prevents and treats wound infections[1]View reference information [2]View reference information and facilitates the wound healing process.

Intended purpose: Sorbact Absorption is intended for use in management of clean, contaminated, colonized or infected moderate to high exuding wounds, such as surgical wounds and traumatic wounds. Sorbact Absorption is intended to be used on superficial wounds.

Sorbact Absorption dressing

Bacteria-binding surface

The unique Sorbact surface binds bacteria from the wound, helping it to heal and preventing infection.

Instructions for use

How to apply Sorbact Absorption

  1. Person opens the inner packaging of a Sorbact Absorption dressing

    Clean the wound as instructed by your vet. Choose a suitable dressing size. The dressing should overlap the edges of the wound by at least 2 cm. Remove the dressing from the packaging without touching the green Sorbact surface. Any remaining opened and unused parts of the dressing should be discarded.

  2. Sorbact Absorption dressing applied to a horse leg

    Apply the dressing. Ensure that the green side is in direct contact with the entire wound surface.

  3. Gauze is applied as the first fixation layer on the horse’s leg

    Redressing suggestions: Re-affix with gauze, thin cotton, or Softban.

  4. Cotton is wrapped around the horse’s leg

    Place cotton around the leg.

  5. Gauze is wrapped over the cotton on the horse’s leg

    Place gauze around the cotton, first loosely and then gradually tighter, to stabilize the bandage. Tie with a small knot on the front of the leg or side of the tibia to avoid pressure on the tendons.

  6. Vetwrap is applied as the outer fixation layer on the horse’s leg

    Vetwrap: Begin with the middle of the bandage, before moving downwards and then upwards. Not too tight; you should be able to insert your finger between the bandage and the leg once you have finished. Never bind Vetwrap directly onto the fur, as it could injure the leg.

The dressing change frequency depends on exudate levels and the overall condition of the wound and surrounding skin. Should the clinical condition allow, the dressing can be left in place for up to 7 days. For detailed product information, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please read the applicable Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to use.

Sizes

Sorbact Absorption is available in three size

Product data for Sorbact Absorption
SIze Pieces per pack Reference number
7 × 9 cm 10 72165-71
10 × 10 cm 10 72165-69
10 × 20 cm 10 72165-70
  • Used in professional healthcare
  • Does not emit active substances into the wound

A selection of the Sorbact product range is available at your pharmacy. If you are a vet, you can simply order via your wholesaler.

References

  1. Stanirowski PJ et al. Randomized controlled trial evaluating dialkylcarbamoyl chloride impregnated dressings for the prevention of surgical site infections in adult women undergoing cesarean section. Surg Infect (Larchmt). 2016;17:427-435.

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  2. Kammerlander G et al. An investigation of Cutimed Sorbact as an antimicrobial alternative in wound management. Wounds UK. 2008;4:10-18.

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