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Enhances patient
comfort1,2,3,4,5
? PolyMem uses glycerol to soothe
traumatized tissues, reducing
wound pain and providing comfort
at the wound site.
? PolyMem dressing pad removes
with virtually no pain, improving the
caregiver-patient interaction and
overall care experience.
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PolyMem Finger/Toe Dressing
This configuration is designed to comfortably roll
onto fingers and toes.This PolyMem formulation is especially designed for cavity wounds with the addition of small particle silver to protect from microbial contamination. As this is a wound filler, to be used only as a primary dressing, this configuration comes without the thin film backing. These dressings should be cut one-third smaller than the wound, because they will expand when they absorb wound exudates. Use any of the other appropriate PolyMem configurations as a secondary This configuration is a primary dressing only and especially designed for undermining and
tunneling wounds. It is reinforced with a
medical grade mesh to enhance the strength
of the dressing and helps assure easy and
complete removal. These
dressings should be cut
one-third smaller than the wound, because
they will expand when they absorb wound
PolyMem Wic
This PolyMem formulation is especially designed
for cavity wounds. PolyMem Wic expands
within the wound cavity to fill dead space,
keeping the wound bed clean and moisturized
while absorbing excess fluid. As this is a wound
filler, to be used only as a primary dressing,
this configuration comes without the thin film
backing. These dressings should be cut one-
third smaller than the wound, because they will
expand when they absorb wound exudates.
Use any of the other appropriate PolyMem
PolyMem Silver This is the same formulation as PolyMem with the addition of small particle silver to protect from microbial contamination. Use as a combined primary and secondary dressing or as a secondary dressing.
PolyMem Max This configuration is a thicker PolyMem
formulation for wounds with heavier
drainage, or when longer wear time
is desired. Appropriate for use as a
combined primary and secondary
dressing or as a secondary dressing.PolyMem
This is the standard hydrophilic
polyurethane membrane matrix with a
continuous semipermeable polyurethane
thin film backing. Use as a combined primary
and secondary dressing or as a secondary
dressing.
dressings when antimicrobial benefits and reduction of bioburden in the dressing are desired.
This is an overview. Please see package insert for complete instructions.PolyMem PolyMem MoDEraTE DrainagE hEaVY DrainagE PolyMem or PolyMem Max with or without PolyMem Wic wound filler*PolyMem or PolyMem Max with or without PolyMem Wic wound filler*PolyMem or PolyMem Max with or without PolyMem Wic wound filler*PolyMem or PolyMem Max
PolyMem or PolyMem Max PolyMem or PolyMem Max PolyMem PolyMem or PolyMem Max with or without PolyMem Wic wound filler*EaSY aS 1. 2. 3.Clean wound per facility protocol Place PolyMem dressing on wound If infection is present, treat appropriately First Time only:Remove old dressing NOTE: Do not disturb the wound bed Place new PolyMem dressing on the wound If infection is present, treat appropriately
Dressing Changes:Wound margin traced on back of dressing.
Change dressing when exudate reaches the approximate drawn wound margin 12312
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...the complete solution to your wound care needs.
From tunnels and cavities to shallow,
partial to full thickness, acute to
chronic, PolyMem formulation is
available in standard and antimicrobial
configurations to fill your primary and
secondary dressing needs.
P dressings cleanse, fill, moisten and help relieve throughout the healing When you use PolyMem dressings, the need to stock most care products on your shelves, including: alginates, hydrogels, hydrocolloids, foams and much more!
cavity filler
finger/toe ? 2011 Ferris Mfg. Corp. MKL-044,REV-21,0311Made in the USA 30% post-consumer material