Bbraun Askina Sorb 15x15cm 1 Unit
B. Braun Askina Sorb 15x15cm — Sterile Alginate Wound Dressing
Askina Sorb 15x15cm by B. Braun is a sterile calcium alginate dressing designed for effective management of moderate to heavily exuding wounds. This absorbent, gel-forming dressing supports moist wound healing, conforms to wound beds and helps streamline exudate control for post-operative care, pressure ulcers, leg ulcers and other chronic or acute wounds.
Key Benefits
- High absorbency: rapidly takes up wound exudate and locks it into a gel to reduce maceration.
- Alginate-based: made from natural calcium alginate fibers that assist in maintaining a moist wound environment.
- Conforms to wound contours: flexible, soft dressing that adapts to irregular or cavity wounds.
- Easy removal: gel formation helps minimize adherence to the wound bed and reduces trauma at dressing changes.
- Sterile, single-use: packaged as a 1 unit sterile dressing (15 x 15 cm) for safe application and inventory control.
Ingredients and Materials
Askina Sorb is manufactured from high-quality alginate fibers derived from brown seaweed (calcium alginate). The dressing is sterile and designed as a primary wound contact layer. It does not contain added antiseptics or petroleum-based carriers. Materials: 100% calcium alginate fibers; sterile single-use dressing. Keywords: calcium alginate dressing, alginate fibers, sterile wound dressing, absorbent dressing.
How to Use
- Assess and clean the wound according to local clinical protocol.
- Select the correct Askina Sorb size to cover the wound with slight overlap to intact skin.
- Apply dressing directly to the wound bed as a primary contact layer. For cavity wounds, loosely pack the dressing without over-compressing.
- Cover with a suitable secondary dressing (e.g., foam or adhesive film) to secure and manage exudate.
- Change frequency depends on exudate levels—inspect regularly and replace when saturated or per clinician advice.
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Who It’s For
Askina Sorb is intended for patients with moderate to heavily exuding wounds where alginate dressings are indicated, including:
- Chronic wounds (venous leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers)
- Pressure injuries and bedsores
- Post-operative and surgical wounds with exudate
- Donor sites and some cavity wounds (use appropriate packing technique)
Appropriate for use in clinical settings, community nursing and home care under clinician direction. Keywords: wound care dressing, exuding wounds, clinical wound management.
Caution & Storage
Cautions: Do not use Askina Sorb on dry wounds or third-degree burns where a non-adherent, non-gelling dressing is required. Avoid use where there is risk of uncontrolled arterial bleeding. If increased pain, infection signs, or allergic reaction occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. Follow local clinical guidelines for use in deep or cavity wounds.
Storage: Store in original packaging in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not use if the sterile packaging is damaged or expired. Single-use only.
Keywords: dressing cautions, storage sterile dressing, wound dressing contraindications.