Support optimal wound preparation by cleansing and debriding with Alprep® Pad
Alprep® Pad is a two-in-one cleansing and debridement tool, rated by clinicians as effective and convenient to use.
It is suitable for a wide variety of wounds including non-infected wounds, infected wounds or wounds with suspected biofilm. Use Alprep Pad to cleanse and debride the wound, wound edge and periwound skin by gently wiping the surface of the wound.
Why do we prepare wounds?
It's clinically proven that cleansing and debridement speeds up wound healing
Preparing the wound by cleansing and debridement prior to applying a dressing has positive results because the treatment speeds up wound healing 1, 2.
International best practice states that we should prepare every wound.
Cleanse and debride wounds to reduce the number of micro-organisms by disturbing and removing slough, devitalised tissue and biofilms.
Delayed healing can lead to:
- Decreased patient quality of life
- Increased time burden of wound treatment
- Increased cost burden of wound treatment
Challenges with current cleansing & debridement tools
- Limited functionality
- Poor absorption
- Lack of usage control
Alprep Pad is a two-in-one cleansing and debridement tool, rated by clinicians as effective and convenient to use. The dark grey foam is for loosening and the light grey foam is for absorbing and capturing – loosen first or absorb first, depending on the wound.
Alprep Pad has been specially designed to be easy to use and control, giving you the flexibility to reach areas in the wound where debridement is needed.
Learn how to use Alprep Pad
Alprep Pad - Simplifying cleansing and debridement to support optimal wound preparation
Two tools in one
The open structure of the dark grey foam is for loosening. The light grey softer foam is for absorbing and capturing.
Designed for improved absorption
Unique slits design increases the absorption and captures loosened slough, non-viable tissue and biofilms.
Easy and convenient to use
The special triangular shape makes for comfortable handling. The packaging can also be used to wet and hold the pad.
What it does and how to use it
Loosen and remove non-viable tissue, slough and skin scales – including hyperkeratotic scales from the wound bed, wound edge and periwound skin – with the dark grey foam.
The dark grey foam also removes biofilms and micro-organisms from the wound surface.
The slits in the light foam are set in motion when used, transporting wound exudate, non-viable tissue and bacteria into the structure of the foam.
The unique, patented slits in the light grey foam capture, absorb and integrate exudate, non-
viable tissue and biofilms into the product for efficient removal from the wound.
Alprep Pad case studies
Results of a case series and satisfaction survey of a new wound cleansing and debridement pad
- 58 year old Venous Leg Ulcer with persistent and difficult to remove slough and high levels of exudate
- Diagnosis of Sickle Cell Anaemia, history of cervical spine fracture, total hip replacement, DVT and splenic abscess
Treatment of suspected wound bed biofilm by mechanical debridement with 2 in 1 cleansing and debridement pad
- 70 yr old male with hard to heal and recurrent bilateral venous leg ulcers which were painful to debride.
- History of multiple DVTs and obesity
Results of a case series and satisfaction survey of a new wound cleansing and debridement pad in a management of biofilm
- 63 year old female patient with complex comorbidities.
- Dermatology Consultant classified wound as pyoderma gangrenousum with patient also presenting with signs of lymphovenous disease to lower limbs
- Wound duration of between 3 4 years.
Alprep Pad in use
This videos shows the Alprep Pad in use on a pressure ulcer.
The preparation of the wound bed has allowed the antimicrobial to work effectively, ensuring that the wound progressed on the healing trajectory.
The patient is experiencing less leakage and maceration, better control of exudate and bacterial load, in turn improving his quality of life.
Considerations for treatment dressing and choice
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The Gap and wound depth
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Risk of infection, Infection or Biofilm
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Exudate management
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Patient / carer can change themselves (supported shared care)
Hydrocolloid dressings for moist wound healing
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Comfeel Plus is a soft, comfortable and discrete hydrocolloid dressing that is easy to apply and remove.
The user-friendly design allows for intuitive handling and easy aseptic application – even when wearing gloves.
Painful wounds
Biatain® Ibu Soft-Hold
Biatain® Ibu Soft-Hold – Superior absorption for painful wounds that are difficult to bandage. Unique 3D foam structure for superior absorption (3). Soft and flexible dressing (1). Combines moist wound healing with local release of ibuprofen (2). Wound healing does not have to be painful (2,4,5).
Biatain® Ibu Non-Adhesive
Biatain® Ibu Non-Adhesive – Superior absorption for painful wounds. Unique 3D foam structure for superior absorption (2). Soft and flexible dressing (3). Combines moist wound healing with local release of ibuprofen (1). Wound healing does not have to be painful (1,4,5).
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