Sorbsan
Sorbsan wound dressings are made from the calcium salt of alginic acid, prepared as a textile fibre, and presented as a loose 'rope' or packing for cavities, a ribbon for narrow wounds or sinuses, and a flat non-woven pad for application to larger open wounds.
When in contact with serum, wound exudate, or solutions containing sodium ions, Sorbsan's insoluble calcium alginate is partially converted to the soluble sodium salt, and a hydrophilic gel is produced. This gel overlays the wound and provides a micro-environment that is believed to facilitate wound healing.
Sorbsan dressings are available in a range of dimensions and pack sizes.
Indications
Sorbsan is suitable for wounds with moderate to high levels of exudate. If the wound is not producing enough exudate to gel the sorbsan fibres, it may be appropriate to change to a different dressing type. Sorbsan is suitable for managing wounds such as partial and full thickness wounds, arterial, venous and diabetic leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, post-operative wounds, fungating lesions, following toenail avulsions, pressure ulcers, donor and graft sites and traumatic wounds.
Features
Absorbs exudate and contours to the wound
Sorbsan ribbon comes with a plastic probe to help assess the wound before dressing
