Description

Leukoplast's HYPAFIX DRESSINGS offer a versatile solution for securing wound dressings, medical devices, tubes, catheters, and instruments. These dressings are designed with flexibility and stretchability, allowing them to conform seamlessly to body contours, including joints and extremities, without restricting movement or blood circulation.

Material Options

HYPAFIX DRESSINGS are available in two primary material options:

• Non-woven polyester fabric: Soft and adaptable, available in various forms such as apertured or fleece.
• Transparent polyurethane film: Provides waterproofing and allows for visual inspection.

Both materials are equipped with skin-friendly adhesives, making them suitable for sensitive and fragile skin.

Adhesive Types

The dressings feature different adhesive types to cater to various needs:

• Acrylic adhesive: Low-allergy and hypoallergenic.
• Silicone adhesive: Ensures gentle, atraumatic removal.
• Polyacrylate adhesive: Used in the transparent variant.

Key Features

• Breathability: Permeable to air and water vapor, reducing the risk of skin maceration.
• Strong Adhesion: Provides secure fixation, even after multiple readjustments with the silicone variant.
• Radiotransparency: Can remain in place during X-rays or radiotherapy.
• Waterproofing: The transparent variant acts as a bacterial barrier, while some non-woven variants are water-repellent.

Skin Compatibility

HYPAFIX DRESSINGS are hypoallergenic, latex-free, and phthalate-free, making them ideal for:

• Elderly skin
• Neonatal skin
• Diabetic skin
• Medication-damaged skin

The silicone and gentle touch variants ensure minimal pain and skin damage during removal.

Customization and Hygiene

These dressings can be cut to size, providing complete coverage to reduce contamination risk. They are particularly useful for:

• Post-operative care
• Burns (once nearly healed)
• Wounds with mild exudate

Instructions for Use

1. Cut the dressing to the required size.
2. Remove the protective release liner or foil.
3. Apply centrally over the area to be secured.
4. Smooth out for even adhesion.
5. For removal, gently peel back; silicone variants allow for atraumatic removal.

Available Sizes

Sizes vary by variant, offering flexibility for different needs:

• Non-woven: Ranges from 2.5 cm x 10 m to 30 cm x 10 m.
• Transparent film: Includes sizes like 5 cm x 10 m and 10 cm x 2 m.
• Skin sensitive/gentle touch: Available in sizes such as 5 cm x 5 m and 10 cm x 2 m.

Storage and Safety

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. The shelf life ranges from 3 to 5 years, depending on the variant. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures or humidity.

Safety Precautions

• Avoid use on patients with known sensitivity to acrylic or silicone adhesives.
• Not recommended for infected wounds.
• Dispose of according to local environmental guidelines.

Regulatory Information

HYPAFIX DRESSINGS are classified as Class I medical devices, compliant with SE/ISO13485 standards, and identified by GMDN codes 16866 and 34864 for non-woven and transparent variants, respectively.