Askina^®DresSil

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Adhesive silicone non-border foam dressing

Askina® DresSil is a non-bordered, self-adherent soft silicone wound dressing. It absorbs exudate from the wound through silicone perforations and provides a moist wound healing environment to promote wound healing.

The wound contact layer made of silicone reduces pain and trauma during dressing changes, enhancing patient comfort. The waterproof outer layer protects the wound from dirt and bacteria. The soft polyurethane foam conforms to the natural contours of the body making the dressing comfortable to wear, while the waterproof outer layer protects the wound from dirt and bacteria.

Askina® DresSil is designed for a wide range of exuding wounds, such as:

Leg and foot ulcers
Pressure ulcers
Traumatic wounds, e.g. skin tears
Secondary healing wounds

Material

Askina® DresSil is composed of three layers:

Layer 1: Outer polyurethane film
Layer 2: Absorbent polyurethane foam
Layer 3: Silicone adhesive

Advantages

Active Exudate Monitoring System: The exudate level and color can be an indicator of wound bed conditions.¹ The Active Exudate Monitoring System allows without removing the dressing for inspection, thereby promoting undisturbed wound healing and cost savings. ²
Active Pain Reduction: Askina® DresSil can reduce pain and trauma during dressing changes thanks to its gentle adherence.³ It also leaves fewer residues, which can reduce the need for peri-wound skin cleansing.⁴

1 Münter KC, De Lange S, Eberlein T, Andriessen A, Abel M. Handling properties of a superabsorbent dressing in the management of patients with moderate-to-very high exuding wounds. J Wound Care. 2018 Apr 2;27(4):246-253. doi: 10.12968/jowc.2018.27.4.246. PMID: 29637822.

2 Stephen-Haynes J, Bielby A, Searle R. Putting patients first: reducing the human and economic costs of wounds. Wounds UK 2011;7:47–55

3 Woo KY, Coutts PM, Price P, Harding K, Sibbald RG. A randomized crossover investigation of pain at dressing change comparing 2 foam dressings. Adv Skin Wound Care. 2009 Jul;22(7): 304-10.doi: 10.1097/01.ASW.0000305483.60616.26. PMID: 20375967.

4 Data on file: Report no. HOSP 828.