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DermaHug

DermaHug is intended for use on patients with incisional or chronic wounds. When applied, the stabilizing device covers the wound dressing and holds the margins of the wound in compression.

Product Literature

Ultra Wound Care, Inc.

Ultra Wound Care, Inc. develops care products to manage chronic and surgical wounds.
Fax:(800) 520-1912 Website: dermahug.net
Benefits

• Constructed of spandex/nylon and silicone
• Malleable, conforms to body shape and movement
• Lightweight, comfortable to wear
• Non-binding under clothing
• Adjustable/repositionable
• Extremely gentle to dermis
• Hydrophobic
• Decreased incidence of dehiscence
• Gas permeable
• Extended Wear
• May be washed with mild soap and water and re-applied
• Stabilizes tissue in and around the wound
• Inhibits mechanical interruption of wound healing
• Promotes faster healing
• Minimizes incisional pain
• High patient satisfaction

Indications

The DermaHug was originally intended for use on patients with pilonidal cysts, but can be used for other incisional or chronic wounds. DermaHug products can be worn continuously for 14 days. DermaHug is hydrophobic; it can be worn in the bath or shower. Adjustable, removable, and can be reapplied. lf soiled, it should be removed and washed with mild soap and water, rinsed with water, patted dry, then reapplied.

Warnings and Precautions

Allow preps and alcohol to completely dry before application.
Do not place over patient's airways.
Not to be used intra-wound.
Do not use ointments, creams, or powders under the device as it may interfere with the performance of
the product.

Storage Requirements

Store at temperatures of 10°C-27°C (50°F-80°F) and relative humidity of 40%-60%.

How Supplied/Sizing
5"x14", 14"x15", 15"x16", 10"x18", 3.5"x16" strips packaged in reusable zip-close poly bag with IFU. All packaged as single purchase. 5"x14" also in 5-pack, 10"x18" also in 3-pack.
Product features
check_circle Hypoallergenic
cancel Impermeable to outside contaminants
check_circle Moisture vapor permeable
cancel Non-adherent
check_circle Not made w/ natural rubber latex
cancel Occlusive
check_circle Re-appliable
check_circle Seamless
check_circle Silicone-based adhesive
cancel Skin barrier
cancel Sterile
check_circle Stretchable
check_circle Variety of sizes
cancel Ventilated
check_circle Water-resistant
Other features
cancel Educational Material Available
check_circle Free Samples/Trials Available
cancel Published Clinical Article Available
Recommended Use

Acute Wounds
Burns
Cavity Wounds
Chronic Wounds
Deep Wounds
Dehisced Wounds
Diabetic Foot
Granulating/Epithelializing Wounds
Hypertrophic Scars/Keloids
Infected Wounds
Moderate/Highly Exudating Wounds
Non/Minimally Exudating Wounds
Palliative Wounds
Pressure Ulcers
Sloughy Wounds
Superficial Wounds
Surgical Wounds
Traumatic Wounds
Venous Ulcers

Mode of Use/Application

The DermaHug is used in conjunction with a sterile dressing. Apply the sterile dressing first. After the sterile dressing has been applied, remove backing to expose the silicone gel. Once backing is removed, apply gel-side first to one side of the wound and smooth down to the skin. Holding the applied side, gently stretch the device over to the other side and attach to skin. Smooth the entire device down on the skin.

Removal & Change Frequency

Peeling back slowly, remove the DermaHug slowly while supporting the skin with the other hand.

Construction

Silicone backed nylon/spandex fabric

Clinically Tested

CHG-compatible
Latex-free
Non-allergenic
Non-cytotoxic
Non-irritating

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