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Venous Ulcers


Venous Ulcers Clinical Condition:
Venous ulcers result from the effects of chronic venous hypertension. Chronic venous hypertension results from valve dysfunction, vein obstruction and/or faulty or absent calf muscle pump function.

Suggested Product Solutions:

Wrap Layer Compression System
3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System is a low-profile comfortable compression system that goes on in just 2 easy steps.
Silver Dressing
New 3M™ Tegaderm™ Ag Mesh Dressing with Silver provides an effective barrier in an easy to use, affordable dressing.
Barrier Films
3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film provides fast-drying, sting-free, alcohol-free protection.
Hydrogel Dressings
3M™ Tegaderm™ Hydrogel Wound Filler is specially formulated to help provide a moist wound healing environment.
Foam Nonadhesive Dressings
3M™ Tegaderm™ Foam Dressing (Nonadhesive) provides fast absorbency plus breathable film barrier means total fluid management.
Alginate Dressings
3M™ Tegaderm™ Alginate Dressings offer both HI (high integrity) and HG (high gelling) styles which provide a moist wound healing environment.
Hydrocolloid Dressings
3M™ Tegaderm™ Hydrocolloid Dressing maintains an optimal moist wound environment which has been shown to enhance healing.

Wrap Layer Compression System

Wrap Layer Compression System

3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System is a comfortable, easy-to-apply compression solution for the treatment of edema associated with venous leg ulcers.
  • Just two rolls make application fast and easy
  • Soft, gentle foam inner layer provides patient comfort
  • Cohesive outer layer delivers sustained therapeutic compression
  • Revolutionary interlocking materials help reduce slippage
  • Thin, lightweight design allows patients to wear normal footwear
  • Can be worn up to seven days
  • An all latex-free product

Silver Dressings

Silver Dressings

New 3M™ Tegaderm™ Ag Mesh Dressing with Silver provides an effective barrier in an easy to use, affordable dressing:
  • Effective ionic silver barrier against a wide range of microbes, including antibiotic–resistant bacteria such as MRSA and VRE
  • Releases ionic silver to form a fast-acting microbial barrier within minutes
  • Effective long-lasting 7-day microbial barrier
  • Versatile: may be used as a primary dressing or with wound fillers
  • Safe: Non-irritating
  • Easy to Use: Soft and conformable, ready to use (sterile water not required to activate)

Based upon in vitro studies; data on file, 3M Health Care.

Barrier Films

Barrier Films

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

Hydrogel Dressing

Hydrogel Dressing

3M™ Tegaderm™ Hydrogel Wound Filler is specially formulated to help provide a moist wound healing environment.
  • No preservatives
  • Easy to apply
  • Convenient 15 gm and 25 gm sizes for single-patient use
  • Latex free

Foam Nonadhesive Dressings

Foam Nonadhesive Dressings

3M™ Tegaderm™ Foam Dressing (Nonadhesive) provides fast absorbency plus breathable film barrier means total fluid management.
  • Reduced potential for skin maceration
  • Easy-to-use
  • Barrier to strike-through
  • Non swelling
  • Variety of sizes and styles

Alginate Dressings

Alginate Dressings

3M™ Tegagen™ Alginate Dressings offer both HI (high integrity) and HG (high gelling) styles which provide a moist wound healing environment.
  • Gel forming for optimal moist wound healing
  • Absorbent — use on moderate to heavily exudating wounds
  • Sterile, highly conformable primary wound dressing
  • Compatible with 3M dressing covers

Hydrocolloid Dressings

Hydrocolloid Dressings

3M Tegasorb™ Hydrocolloid Dressing maintains an optimal moist wound environment which has been shown to enhance healing.
  • Cost-effective — may be worn up to seven days
  • Hydrocolloid rapidly absorbs exudate
  • THIN style is absorbent and highly conformable
  • Sacral design allows convenient placement in the sacral-coccyx area
  • Breathable outer film layer provides consistently high rate of moisture vapor transmission
  • Water-resistant film border adheres firmly

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