Allevyn Gentle Border Dressing Lite Oval l162mm x w137mm

ALLEVYN Gentle Border is a hydrocellular foam dressing with a silicone gel adhesive contact layer. It is indicated for wounds on patients with fragile or sensitive skin. With a wide range of shapes and sizes, ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings are designed to conform to the body. The silicone gel adhesive allows reapplication as necessary (if using in pressure injury prevention) and reduces trauma on removal, with dressings able to be cut to size. The ALLEVYN foam prevents leakage and may help reduce the risk of maceration of the wound and surrounding skin meaning fewer painful dressing changes and less stress for patients.

Product features

The breathable top film acts as a protective barrier, reducing the risk of infection and contamination. The film is moisture responsive, reacting to changing skin conditions – breathability increases as exudate levels increase to prevent unnecessary moisture retention.

Indications: Wound management by secondary intention on shallow, granulating wounds, chronic and acute exudative wounds, full and partial thickness wounds such as:

• Pressure injuries
• Leg ulcers
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Infected wounds
• Malignant wounds
• Surgical wounds
• Superficial epidermal to mid dermal burns
• Donor sites
• Skin tears
• Fungating wounds 
• Can be used in conjunction with INTRASITE Gel for necrotic or sloughy wound

ALLEVYN™ Gentle Border Lite delivers fluid management via the triple-action technology which absorbs, retains and transpires the optimal balance of fluid.This optimises the moist wound environment and helps to promote healing. ALLEVYN Gentle Border lite has a thinner foam core but still provides all the benefits of ALLEVYN Gentle Border:

• Conformable – ensuring a more comfortable experience for patients
• Optimal retention properties during wear due to the combination of the triple-action technology and the silicone gel adhesive6
• Ability to mould to the contours of awkward body areas
• Easy to apply – can be lifted and repositioned without losing its adherent properties
• Shower-proof dressing to enhance patient quality of life
• Silicone wound contact layer which helps to minimise pain on removal – ideal for patients with fragile skin
• Top film is an effective bacterial barrier – helping to minimise the risk of infection from external contaminants

Indications

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite is indicated for low to moderately exuding shallow, granulating wounds, chronic and acute exudative wounds, full and partial thickness wounds such as pressure injuries,diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, fungating ulcers, malignant wounds, surgical wounds, donor sites, skin tears and superficial and mid dermal burns.

Frequency of change

During the early stages of wound management ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite should be inspected according to local clinical protocol. Where the product is used on infected wounds the infection should be inspected and treated as per local clinical protocol. Dressings can be left in place for up to 7 days, except the sacral area where dressings can be left in place for up to 5 days, depending on the condition of the wound and the surrounding skin or until exudate is visible and approaches to within 0.5cm of the edge of the dressing pad, whichever is sooner. The decision of when to change should be dependent upon clinical assessment and local protocols should also be taken into consideration.

Application

Cleanse the wound in accordance with normal procedures. Select appropriate dressing size. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite can be cut to dress awkward areas. Always use aseptic technique when cutting the dressing. Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area and remove excess moisture. Any excess hair should be clipped to ensure close approximation to the wound. Remove one of the protector films and anchor the adhesive side of the dressing to the skin. Remove the remaining protector film and smooth the dressing over the remainder of the wound without stretching, ensuring there are no creases. The pad area of the dressing must be adhered across the entire surface of the wound. The dressing can be lifted and repositioned without losing its adherent properties. If the dressing has been cut ensure any exposed foam areas are covered with an appropriate film dressing taking care not to cover the entire dressing.

Removal

To remove ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite, lift one corner of the dressing and slowly peel back until completely removed from the wound.

Precautions

Do not use ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite with oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions (e.g. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing. If reddening or sensitisation occurs discontinue use. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite is a single use product.