Altrazeal Transforming Powder Dressing (Advanced Wound Care)

USES OF ALTRAZEAL

SURGICAL WOUNDS:

➙ Operative Incisions / Wounds

➙ Dermatological Excisions

➙ Dehisced Wounds

➙ Skin Graft Recipient and Donor Sites​​ 

TRAUMATIC WOUNDS:

➙ Burns

➙ Abrasions / Avulsions / Lacerations / Skin Tears ​

CHRONIC WOUNDS:

➙ Diabetic Foot Ulcers

➙ Vascular Ulcers

➙ Pressure Ulcers

➙ Wounds in Immunologically Compromised Patients

BENEFITS OF ALTRAZEAL

Altrazeal has been designed to deliver a unique blend of properties that optimize the wound bed environment to promote superior healing

ALTRAZEAL PROPERTIES:

• Provides an ideal moist wound environment that supports cellular function and tissue repair
• Absorbs ~68% water of its hydrated mass*
• Comfortable for the patient. Significantly improved patient comfort was evidenced in patients with split thickness skin graft donor sites**. Flexible dressing contours to the wound bed. Wound margin visibility and extended wear time enables wound inspection without necessarily inducing a dressing change
• Fits, covers and protects the entire wound surface
• Oxygen-permeable material
• Does not require peripheral or secondary adhesives to remain in place. Powder aggregates and forms a matrix that seals the wound bed upon hydration with exudate or saline. It covers the wound bed but does not affect the intact skin around the wound
• Easily removed by saturating the dressing with saline and lifting it up with a pair of forceps
• Facilitates exudate management which is vital to reducing the risk of peri-wound maceration
• Prevents exogenous bacteria from entering the wound*
• Easy application and removal
• Extended wear time enables reduced dressing changes and nursing interventions

Additional Information:

Packaging Details: Width - 10 X 10 Pad Size - 10 X 10

Advance Information*

Product Overview

Altrazeal® Transforming Powder Dressing is an innovative and advanced wound care solution, meticulously crafted to accelerate the healing process by creating an optimal moist environment for wounds. This state-of-the-art product leverages patented technology to offer unparalleled protection, comfort, and convenience, making it a game-changer in wound management.

Advanced Technology and Design

Patented Powder Dressing

Altrazeal® utilizes a unique patented powder formula that transforms upon hydration with saline or wound exudate. The sterile granules within Altrazeal® aggregate to form a cohesive, flexible, oxygen-permeable film. This transformation effectively contours to the wound shape, providing a tailored fit and an optimal healing environment.

Moist Wound Healing Environment

The film created by Altrazeal® maintains an ideal moist environment that supports cellular functions and tissue repair, aiding in faster and more effective wound healing. Moist wound healing is pivotal to the advancement of wound care as it encourages efficient cellular migration and fosters the growth of new tissue.

Clinical Applications

Altrazeal® is versatile and beneficial across various types of wounds, facilitating superior healing in different clinical scenarios, including:

Surgical Wounds

• Operative Incisions / Wounds: Provides coverage and protection to post-operative incisions, fostering a conducive environment for healing.
• Dermatological Excisions: Enhances the recovery of dermatologically excised areas.
• Dehisced Wounds: Assists in managing wounds that have reopened at the site of a surgical incision.
• Skin Graft Recipient and Donor Sites: Effective for both recipient and donor sites in skin graft procedures, ensuring optimal healing.

Traumatic Wounds

• Burns: Facilitates the healing of burn wounds by maintaining a moist environment and protecting the wound from external contaminants.
• Abrasions / Avulsions / Lacerations / Skin Tears: Ideal for various types of traumatic injuries, including abrasions, avulsions, lacerations, and skin tears.

Chronic Wounds

• Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Provides essential care for diabetic foot ulcers, enhancing the healing process.
• Vascular Ulcers: Suitable for managing ulcers arising from vascular complications.
• Pressure Ulcers: Promotes healing of pressure ulcers by protecting the wound and supporting cellular function.
• Wounds in Immunologically Compromised Patients: Effective in treating wounds in patients with compromised immune systems, ensuring a protective barrier.

Key Benefits and Properties

Optimal Healing Conditions

• Moist Environment: Altrazeal® supports a moist wound environment, crucial for cellular function and tissue repair.
• Water Absorption: Absorbs approximately 68% water of its hydrated mass, facilitating balanced moisture levels and promoting healing.

Patient Comfort and Ease of Use

• Comfortable Application: The dressing is comfortable for patients, significantly improving patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment.
• Flexible and Contouring: The dressing's flexibility allows it to contour to the wound bed, offering a perfect fit and protection.
• Wound Margin Visibility: The translucent nature permits the visibility of wound margins, enabling monitoring without necessarily removing the dressing.

Extended Wear Time

• Long-lasting Protection: Altrazeal® can be worn for up to 30 days, significantly reducing the frequency of dressing changes and associated nursing interventions.
• Stable and Secure: Does not require peripheral or secondary adhesives; the powder aggregates and seals the wound bed effectively upon hydration.
• Non-disruptive: Extended wear time ensures a stable healing environment, minimizing disruption to the wound bed.

Easy Application and Removal

• Simple to Apply: Easy application process involves hydrating the powder dressing, which then forms a cohesive film over the wound.
• Effortless Removal: Easily removable by saturating the dressing with saline and lifting with forceps, minimizing discomfort during dressing changes.

Superior Protection

• Oxygen-Permeable: Allows oxygen to reach the wound, which is essential for cellular functions and tissue regeneration.
• Exudate Management: Effective exudate management reduces the risk of peri-wound maceration and promotes a clean healing environment.
• Barrier to Bacteria: Prevents the penetration of external bacteria*, safeguarding the wound from infections.

Application Procedure

The application of Altrazeal® involves a straightforward process:

1. Preparation: Cleanse the wound area thoroughly, ensuring it is free from any debris or contaminants.
2. Hydration: Hydrate the sterile powder dressing with saline until it aggregates into a cohesive film.
3. Application: Apply the hydrated film directly over the wound, ensuring it covers the entire wound surface.
4. Securing: The dressing adheres to the wound bed without the need for additional adhesives, forming a secure and protective film.
5. Removal: When dressing needs to be changed, saturate