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Support optimal wound preparation by cleansing and debriding with Alprep® Pad
Alprep® Pad is a two-in-one cleansing and debridement tool, rated by clinicians as effective and convenient to use.
It is suitable for a wide variety of wounds including non-infected wounds, infected wounds or wounds with suspected biofilm. Use Alprep Pad to cleanse and debride the wound, wound edge and periwound skin by gently wiping the surface of the wound.
| Size (cm) | Qty | Code | NHS | PIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 x 9 | 5 | 33800 | ELZ1202 | 417-1146 |
The benefits of Alprep pad
Our research tells us that clinicians currently experience key challenges with existing wound cleansing and wound debridement products such as limited functionality, low absorption and lack of usage control.
This is why we created Alprep Pad a two-in-one cleansing and debridement tool that is designed for improved absorption and ease of use.
Two tools in one
The open structure of the dark grey foam is for loosening. The light grey softer foam is for absorbing and capturing.
Designed for improved absorption
Unique slits design increases the absorption and captures loosened slough, non-viable tissue and biofilms.
Easy and convenient to use
The special triangular shape makes for comfortable handling. The packaging can also be used to wet and hold the pad.
How to cleanse and debride a wound with Alprep Pad
You can use both sides of Alprep Pad - it is two tools in one.
The dark grey foam is for loosening and the light grey foam is for absorbing and capturing. Loosen first or absorb first, depending on the wound.
Alprep Pad has been specially designed to be easy to use and control, giving you the flexibility to reach areas in the wound where debridement is needed.
Learn how to use Alprep Pad
What it does and how to use it
Loosen and remove non-viable tissue, slough and skin scales – including hyperkeratotic scales from the wound bed, wound edge and periwound skin – with the dark grey foam.
The dark grey foam also removes biofilms and microorganisms from the wound surface.
The slits in the light foam are set in motion when used, transporting wound exudate, non-viable tissue and bacteria into the structure of the foam.
The unique, patented slits in the light grey foam capture, absorb and integrate exudate, non-
viable tissue and biofilms into the product for efficient removal from the wound.
Hard-to-heal pressure ulcers showed marked improvement over just a couple of weeks
Jamie's story
Jamie has suffered with two sacral pressure ulcers for a long time. One for 15 years and one for 5-6 years. Alprep Pad has been introduced as part of a new treatment protocol to cleanse and debride his wounds. Over just 16 days, the wounds have already showed a marked improvement.
Day 1 to Day 16 healing following use of Alprep Pad.
Best practice recommendations
Wound preparation by cleansing and debridement using Alprep® Pad.
Wound preparation, which encompasses cleansing and debridement, involves preparing the skin and all areas of the wound for healing. Cleansing and debridement are clinically proven to speed up wound healing by removing slough, devitalised tissue and biofilm (Wilcox et al, 2013). Removing the barriers that may delay wound healing is a crucial step in wound care, allowing wound assessment, reducing risk of infection and promoting development of healthy tissue.
Results of a case series and satisfaction survey of a new wound cleansing and debridement pad
- 58 year old Venous Leg Ulcer with persistent and difficult to remove slough and high levels of exudate
- Diagnosis of Sickle Cell Anaemia, history of cervical spine fracture, total hip replacement, DVT and splenic abscess
Results of a case series and satisfaction survey of a new wound cleansing and debridement pad in a management of biofilm
- 63 year old female patient with complex comorbidities.
- Dermatology Consultant classified wound as pyoderma gangrenousum with patient also presenting with signs of lymphovenous disease to lower limbs
- Wound duration of between 3 4 years.
Treatment of suspected wound bed biofilm by mechanical debridement with 2 in 1 cleansing and debridement pad
- 70 yr old male with hard to heal and recurrent bilateral venous leg ulcers which were painful to debride.
- History of multiple DVTs and obesity
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