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Clinical Condition:
Superficial skin damage can occur when adhesive products are used. The most common problems associated with taping are skin stripping and tension blisters. Less common types of skin damage are irritant contact dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, folliculitis and maceration. A small percentage of individuals may experience hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation of the skin following the removal of an adhesive product. Many of these injuries may be prevented by correct use including careful attention to skin preparation, choice of tape, and proper application and removal of tape. Patients at increased risk for skin injury include the elderly, those with dermatological conditions, patients on long-term steroid medications, patients with acute severe illness or following surgical procedures, long-term chronic illness, patients with malnutrition, dehydration or vitamin deficiency. |
Suggested Product Solutions:
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Paper Tapes
3M™ Micropore™ Surgical Tape is the dependable choice for a gentle, general purpose paper tape. |
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Soft Cloth Tapes
3M™ Medipore™ Soft Cloth Surgical Tape is the soft, stretchy, conformable tape that is easy to use and easy on the skin. |
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Foam Tapes
3M™ Microfoam™ Surgical Tape is the conformable elastic foam tape that stretches for compression applications. |
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Perforated Blend Tapes
3M™ Transpore™ White Dressing Tape is a gentle tape with strong adhesion and easy, bi-directional tear for dressing application. |
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Wrap
3M™ Coban™ Self-Adherent Wrap is a self-adherent elastic wrap that functions like a tape, but sticks only to itself. |
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Barrier Films
3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film provides fast-drying, sting-free, alcohol-free protection. |
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Barrier Creams
3M™ Cavilon™ Durable Barrier Cream provides durable, long-lasting protection from body fluids. |
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Film Dressings
3M™ Tegaderm™ Transparent Dressings are the clear choice for easy application and extended wear time. |
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3M™ Micropore™ Surgical Tape is the dependable choice for a gentle, general purpose paper tape.
- Gentle to skin, conformable
- Porous and highly breathable
- Holds well on damp skin
- Hypoallergenic and latex free
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| Soft Cloth Tapes |
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3M™ Medipore™ Soft Cloth Surgical Tape is the soft, stretchy, conformable tape that is easy to use and easy on the skin.
- Easy-tear perforated rolls or convenient pre-cut sizes
- Gentle and breathable to maintain skin integrity
3M™ Medipore™ H Soft Cloth Surgical Tape is the soft, stretchy, conformable tape with increased gentleness and stronger adhesion for more challenging applications.
- Easy-tear perforated rolls with higher adhesion
- Gentler, more breathable than standard Medipore tape
Both Medipore and Medipore H tapes provide:
- Excellent cross and diagonal stretch
- No paper liner on tape rolls
- Hypoallergenic and latex free
- Water resistant
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| Foam Tapes |
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3M™ Microfoam™ Surgical Tape is the conformable elastic foam tape that stretches for compression applications or for securing dressings on challenging areas.
- Multi-directional stretch to accommodate swelling
- Gentle, secure adhesion for contoured sites
- Water resistant, conformable
- Hypoallergenic and latex free
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3M™ Transpore™ White Dressing Tape is a gentle tape with strong adhesion and easy, bi-directional tear for dressing application.
- Good initial and long-term adhesion
- Holds well on damp or dry skin
- Breathable to maintain skin integrity
- Easy to handle with gloves
- Hypoallergenic and latex free
- Water resistant
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3M™ Coban™ Self-Adherent Wrap is a self-adherent elastic wrap that functions like a tape, but sticks only to itself.
- Can be used to secure, protect, compress and support
- Sticks to itself without adhesive — needs no pins or clips
- Available sterile, non-sterile, latex-free and sterile latex-free
Caution: 3M™ Coban™ Self-Adherent Wrap Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Allergic Reactions.
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| Barrier Films |
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3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film provides fast-drying, sting-free, alcohol-free protection.
- Forms a transparent protective film between skin and urine, feces or body fluids
- Completely alcohol-free — and will not sting even when applied to reddened, damaged or denuded skin
- Under normal use, provides up to 72 hours incontinence protection, which saves nursing time and budget dollars
- Will not clog diapers or interfere with absorbent pads
- Stretches with the skin, allowing freedom of movement without loss of protection
- Sterile, non-cytotoxic — will not interfere with skin or wound healing
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3M™ Cavilon™ Durable Barrier Cream provides durable, long-lasting protection from body fluids.
- Resists wash-off
- Very concentrated, so a little goes a long way
- Will not interfere with tape or dressing adhesion
- pH balanced to preserve the skin's natural acid mantle
- Does not clog briefs or bed linens
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3M™ Tegaderm™ Transparent Dressings are breathable dressings, impermeable to liquids, bacteria and viruses.†
- "Picture-frame" delivery — preferred by caregivers
- Secure adhesion, yet gentle to the skin
- Breathable, allows oxygen in and moisture vapor out
- Barrier to external contaminants
- Comprehensive clinical documentation
- Unique shapes and designs for special wound and I.V. application needs, such as I.J. catheter sites
Tegaderm™ HP dressing provides all the benefits of Tegaderm™ dressing, plus greater holding power in the presence of moderate amounts of moisture.
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