United States
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing
Overview
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Dressing is a sterile hydrocolloid wound dressing designed to maintain a moist wound environment.
A moist wound environment supports the wound healing process by encouraging autolytic debridement, thus enabling granulation to proceed under optimum conditions.
The dressing material interacts with wound exudates to form a soft gel. Due to the matrix formulation of the hydrocolloid material, most of the gel is removed together with the dressing, resulting in little or no damage to the newly formed tissue.
Indications
NU-DERM™ BORDER and NU-DERM™ STANDARD are primarily indicated for the management of light to moderately exuding pressure sores and leg ulcers.
NU-DERM™ THIN is primarily indicated for the management of superficial dry/light exuding wounds, post-operative wounds, and superficial wounds and abrasions. It is also useful on small wounds towards the end of the healing phase.
Contraindications / Precautions
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Dressing is not indicated for use on the following dermal ulcers involving:
- Muscle, tendon and exposed bone
- Consult a physician prior to using NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Dressing on lesions caused by tuberculosis, syphilis or deep fungal infections, cancer and wounds at high risk of infection.
- Third-degree burns
- Clinically infected wounds
How to use
Site preparation
- Prepare the wound according to wound management protocol.
- Ensure skin surrounding the wound is dry.
Dressing Selection
Choose the size an shape of dressing which is most suitable. The dressing should extend 2cm to 2.5cm (3/4" to 1") beyond the wound margin.
Dressing application
- Remove the large part of the protective backing paper from the dressing
- Apply the exposed part of the dressing, centering it over the wound bed
- Remove the small part of the protective backing paper from the dressing and apply
- Ensure all edges are smooth and firmly secured
Difficult to dress wounds
Difficult to dress wounds, like the heel/elbow and sacral areas need special attention. Use the dressings specifically designed for those locations.
Heel / elbow:
- Remove both parts of the protective paper
- Place the dressing on the heel or elbow, leaving the pre-cut "flaps" detached
- Affix the side flaps to wrap the heel or elbow
- Affix the center flap
The dressing can be applied either with the straight edge at the top or bottom depending on the location of the wound.
Sacral:
- Remove one part of the protective backing paper
- Place exposed adhesive portion on the buttock by first placing the "hinge" into the area between the buttocks
- Remove the remaining protective backing paper and place the second half of the adhesive portion on the other buttock.
- Ensure all edges are smooth and firmly secured
Dressing change and removal
Change the dressing after a maximum of 7 days or when full absorbency has been reached. In case of leakage the dressing should be changed immediately.
It is essential for proper wound management to avoid trauma to the intact skin.
- Press down gently on the skin and carefully lift the dressing starting at one edge
- Pull towards the center of the wound until the dressing is removed
- Irrigate/clean the wound if necessary
Package insert
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Wound Dressings are sterile hydrocolloid wound dressings designed to maintain a moist wound environment.
A moist wound environment supports the wound healing process by encouraging autolytic debridement, thus enabling granulation to proceed under optimum conditions. The dressing material interacts with wound exudate to form a soft gel. Due to the matrix formulation of the hydrocolloid material, most of the gel is removed together with the dressing, resulting in little or no damage to the newly formed tissue.
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Wound Dressings consist of a wound contact layer of hydrocolloids. The top layer is either a semi-permeable polyurethane film (BORDER and THIN), or a film-coated polyurethane foam (STANDARD). The BORDER product is conformable, has a top layer of low-friction film, and has bevelled edges all around the product. The border itself is a continuation of the skin-friendly hydrocolloid adhesive material.
The STANDARD product has a top layer of foam, rounded corners, and is uniform in thickness. The semi-transparent THIN product, which is conformable and has a top layer of low-friction film, allows close and easy monitoring of the wound bed without dressing removal.
The dressings are waterproof and remain in place during showering. They protect the wound against bacterial contamination.
Indications
BORDER and STANDARD are primarily indicated for the management of light to moderately exuding pressure sores and leg ulcers. THIN is primarily indicated for the management of superficial dry/light exuding wounds, post-operative wounds, and superficial wounds and abrasions. It is also useful on small wounds towards the end of the healing phase.
Precautions
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Dressings are not indicated for use on the following: Dermal ulcers involving:
- Muscle, tendon and exposed bone
- Consult a physician prior to using NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing on lesions caused by tuberculosis, syphilis or deep fungal infections, cancer and wounds at high risk of infection.
- Third-degree burns
- Clinically infected wounds
Directions for use
Site preparation
- Prepare the wound according to wound management protocol.
- Ensure skin surrounding the wound is dry.
Dressing Selection
Choose the size an shape of dressing which is most suitable. The dressing should extend 2cm to 2.5cm (3/4" to 1") beyond the wound margin.
Dressing application
- Remove the large part of the protective backing paper from the dressing
- Apply the exposed part of the dressing, centering it over the wound bed
- Remove the small part of the protective backing paper from the dressing and apply
- Ensure all edges are smooth and firmly secured
Difficult to dress wounds
Difficult to dress wounds, like the heel/elbow and sacral areas need special attention. Use the dressings specifically designed for those locations.
Heel / elbow:
- Remove both parts of the protective paper
- Place the dressing on the heel or elbow, leaving the pre-cut "flaps" detached
- Affix the side flaps to wrap the heel or elbow
- Affix the center flap
The dressing can be applied either with the straight edge at the top or bottom depending on the location of the wound.
Sacral:
- Remove one part of the protective backing paper
- Place exposed adhesive portion on the buttock by first placing the "hinge" into the area between the buttocks
- Remove the remaining protective backing paper and place the second half of the adhesive portion on the other buttock.
- Ensure all edges are smooth and firmly secured
Dressing change and removal
Change the dressing after a maximum of 7 days or when full absorbency has been reached. In case of leakage the dressing should be changed immediately.
It is essential for proper wound management to avoid trauma to the intact skin.
- Press down gently on the skin and carefully lift the dressing starting at one edge
- Pull towards the center of the wound until the dressing is removed
- Irrigate/clean the wound if necessary
NU-DERM™ Hydrocolloid Wound Dressings do not contain latex.
Do not use if individual pack damaged/opened.
Do not resterilize.
The use by date of this product is printed on the packaging.
Leaflet prepared: March 2002
Evidence
Coming soon.
Order Information
| Product Code | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| HCB102 | NU-DERM Bordered Hydrocolloid Wound Drsings, Sterile, 2" × 2" | 20 drsings/tray, 5 trays/CS |
| HCB106 | NU-DERM Bordered Hydrocolloid Wound Drsing, Sterile, 6" × 6" | 5 drsings/tray, 4 trays/CS |
| HCB204 | NU-DERM Bordered Hydrocolloid Wound Drsings, Sterile, 4" × 4" | 10 drsings/tray, 16 trays/CS |
| Product Code | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| HCS100 | NU-DERM Bordered Hydrocolloid Wound Drsing, Sterile, Sacrum 6" × 7" | 5 drsings/tray, 4 trays/CS |
| Product Code | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| HCT101 | NU-DERM Thin Hydcocolloid Wound Drsing, Sterile, 4" × 4 " | 10 drsings/tray, 10 trays/CS |
| Product Code | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| HCF204 | NU-DERM Standard Hydcocolloid Wound Drsing, Sterile, 4" × 4 " | 5 drsings/tray, 10 trays/CS |
| HCF208 | NU-DERM Standard Hydcocolloid Wound Drsing, Sterile, 8" × 8 " | 5 drsings/tray, 4 trays/CS |
To learn more about the benefits of NU-DERM™, please contact your Systagenix Wound Management representative.
The information contained in this document is provided for informational purposes only and represents no statement, promise, or guarantee by Systagenix Wound Management concerning levels of reimbursement, payment, or charge. Similarly, all CPT (copyright AMA) and HCPCS codes are supplied for informational purposes only and represent no statement, promise, or guarantee by Systagenix Wound Management that these codes will be appropriate or that reimbursement will be made. It is not intended to increase or maximize reimbursement by any payor. We strongly recommend that you consult your payor organization with regard to its reimbursement policies.
