
• Provides an antibacterial barrier that inhibits bacterial growth in the dressing, as shown in vitro, for up to 7 days against Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter baumannii
• Consists of 3 layers: two non-adherent polyethylene mesh wound contact layers and 1 absorbent core made of polyester
• All 3 layers are silver coated
• The concentration of silver is approximately 0.4mg/sq cm (4.5% w/w)
The 3M™ Kerracontact™ Ag Dressing is indicated for the management of partial- and full-thickness wounds, including pressure injuries, venous stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, first- and second-degree burns, grafts and donor sites, or other acute or chronic wounds. The dressing may be used over debrided and grafted wounds.
Absorptive dressing format | |
Alginate dressing format | |
Antimicrobial effects up to 48 hours | |
Antimicrobial effects up to 3 days | |
Antimicrobial effects up to 7 days | ● |
Bacterial binding | |
Bacterial trapping | |
Bactericidal | ● |
Bactericidal broad-spectrum | ● |
Bacteriostatic | |
Collagen dressing format | |
Composite dressing format | |
Contact layer dressing format | ● |
Foam dressing format | |
Fungicidal | |
Gauze or non-woven dressing format | |
Gelling fiber dressing format | |
Hydrogel (amorphous) dressing format | |
Hydrogel (impregnated) dressing format | |
Hydrogel (sheet) dressing format | |
Impermeable to outside contaminants | |
Impregnated dressing format | |
Microbicidal | |
Moisture vapor permeable | ● |
Secondary dressing required | ● |
Silicone-based adhesive | |
Sporicidal | |
Super absorbent polymers | |
Sustained release formula | |
Transparent film dressing format | |
Virucidal | |
Wound filler dressing format |
Acute Wounds
Burns
Cavity Wounds
Chronic Wounds
Deep Wounds
Dehisced Wounds
Diabetic Foot
Granulating/Epithelializing Wounds
Infected Wounds
Moderate/Highly Exudating Wounds
Non/Minimally Exudating Wounds
Palliative Wounds
Pressure Ulcers
Sloughy Wounds
Superficial Wounds
Surgical Wounds
Venous Ulcers
Latex-friendly
Non-allergenic
Non-comedogenic
Non-cytotoxic
3M focuses on providing better care through patient-centered science. From wound and skin care to solutions for BSI and SSI risk reduction, 3M is ready to partner with health care providers to help transform outcomes.