Smith & Nephew Algisite M Calcium Alginate Dressing — High-Integrity, Clean-Removal Wound Care
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Smith & Nephew Algisite M Calcium Alginate Dressing — High-Integrity, Clean-Removal Wound Care
Advanced fluid management with superior fiber strength. Algisite M is a sterile, calcium alginate dressing that excels in managing moderate to heavily exuding wounds. What sets Algisite M apart is its high-integrity fiber weave; as it absorbs exudate, it transforms into a soft, conformable gel that does not "wash away" or fragment. This ensures the wound bed remains clean and undisturbed, while the clinician can remove the dressing quickly and completely in one piece.
✔ High Structural Integrity — Lifts Cleanly Without Leaving Residue ✔ Exceptional Absorbency — Manages Heavy Fluid for Up to 7 Days ✔ Soft & Conformable — Molds to Irregular Wound Contours ✔ Supports Debridement — Creates the Ideal Moist Healing Environment
Product Details & Available Sizes
| Manufacturer | Smith & Nephew |
|---|---|
| Material | Calcium Alginate (High-Mannuronic Acid Fibers) |
| 2" x 2" (5x5 cm) | Item # 59480100 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 4" x 4" (10x10 cm) | Item # 59480200 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 6" x 8" (15x20 cm) | Item # 59480300 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 12" Alginate Rope (2g) | Item # 59480400 — Ideal for packing deep cavities |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Latex | Not made with natural rubber latex |
| Secondary Dressing | Required (e.g., Allevyn Foam or Opsite Film) |
Indicated For — Wound Types
- Full and partial thickness wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
- Pressure injuries (Stages 2, 3, and 4)
- Venous leg ulcers and arterial ulcers
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Post-operative surgical wounds and donor sites
- Lacerations, abrasions, and skin tears
The Algisite M Advantage — Why Integrity Matters
In many standard alginates, the fibers can break apart when saturated, requiring extensive irrigation to clean the wound bed. Algisite M is specifically designed to minimize this fiber shed. The gelling process is localized to the fibers themselves, locking away harmful exudate and bacteria within a cohesive structure. This protects the periwound skin from maceration and ensures that the new, fragile granulation tissue is not damaged during dressing changes.
- Fast-Gelling Technology: Starts working on contact to pull fluid away from the wound surface instantly.
- Minimal Fiber Shedding: The high-integrity weave ensures the dressing remains intact, even when fully saturated.
- Maximum Conformability: Soft and flexible, it easily fills "dead space" in deep wounds to prevent bacterial buildup.
- Versatile Performance: Can be folded, cut, or layered to fit any wound size or shape.
- Proven Clinical Results: A trusted Smith & Nephew product used in hospitals and wound clinics worldwide.
Application & Removal Tips
Cleanse the wound bed according to clinical standards. Apply the Algisite M pad or rope, ensuring it stays within the wound margins to protect healthy surrounding skin. Cover with a secondary moisture-retentive dressing. Removal: The dressing should be changed when it has fully turned into a gel. If removal is difficult, simply moisten with sterile saline to ensure a completely atraumatic lift.
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