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What is a gelling fiber dressing?
Gelling fiber dressings are absorbent wound dressings. They contain synthetic fibers made from sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, strengthening cellulose fibers and other super-absorbent materials.
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How to use gelling fiber dressings
When you use a gelling fiber dressing, you should follow these four main steps.
- Start with a holistic wound assessment
- Use the gelling fiber dressing as the primary dressing
- Apply the secondary dressing as needed
- Assess the wound and dressing at each dressing change
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What are the benefits of gelling fiber dressings?
By choosing the right gelling fiber dressing, you can reduce how often you have to change the dressing.3 So in this way, gelling fiber dressings create a better experience for your patients as well.
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