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  • Icons showing exudate level from moderate to excessive (2–4 of 4 drops filled), superficial wound depth (blue semicircle), and wound types: sloughy (yellow bar) and granulating (red bar).

Cutimed® Sorbion® Sachet Multi Star

is a sterile, hydroactive, gel-forming, superabsorbent wound dressing. The dressing consists of a superabsorbent core and a hypoallergenic polypropylene outer layer. Both sides of the dressing can be applied to the wound. The product does not contain any pharmacologically active substances and is free of binders or adhesives.
  • Outstanding absorption capacity
  • Time and cost saving

  • Flexible and conformable

Intended Purpose

Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star is intended for the treatment of exuding wounds with moderate to excessive levels such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and other wounds healing through secondary intention, oozing laparotomy wounds, fistulas to the skin, exulcerating carcinomas, postoperative wound dehiscence and similar exuding wounds.

Wear time: Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star can remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on wound conditions and saturation of wound dressing.

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Product benefits

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Outstanding absorption capacity

Outstanding absorption capacity1 and high retention performance. It is capable of absorbing up to 44.7% more than comparable superabsorbent dressings. Protection against maceration through safe, vertical absorption.

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Time and cost saving

Time and cost saving due to reduced frequency of dressing changes. 2.
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Flexible and conformable

It is especially suitable for application on contoured body parts, such as the toes or heels.

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Soft debridement

Creates optimal wound healing conditions and provides soft debridement. 3, 4
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Apply either side down

Can be used on both sides for easy and comfortable application.  

Product facts

Superficial

Sloughy

Granulating

Moderate to excessive

Both side application

Secondary dressing needed

How to use

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1. Select a suitable dressing size, so that the absorbent inner core overlaps the wound margins by at least 1 cm/0.4-inch.
2. When taking the product out of the pouch, do not touch the wound pad.
3. Apply the dressing towards the wound. Both sides of the dressing can be applied to the wound.
4. Secure the dressing after selecting an appropriate fixation for the condition of the wound surroundings and the skin. While fixating the dressing, take expansion during absorption into consideration.

How to Remove
To remove Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star remove fixation tapes, lift one corner of Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star, gently remove the dressing and discard. Adherence of wound deposits to Cutimed Sorbion Sachet Multi Star is a desirable effect, contributing to wound cleansing (soft debridement).

For detailed product information, including indications for use, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please consult the product’s Instructions for Use (IFU).

Product specifications

Product
Essity Product Code
Size
NHS SC Code
PIP Code
Pack Quantity
Cutimed® Sorbion® Sachet Multi Star 7323700 Ø 8 cm EJE154 375-5717 5
Cutimed® Sorbion® Sachet Multi Star 7323702 Ø 14 cm EJE155 375-5725 5

Medical References

1 BSN medical GmbH. In vitro study, Cutimed Sorbion is capable of absorbing and retaining more exudate than comparable superabsorbent dressings. Testing was performed by the independent laboratory Surgical Material Testing Laboratory (S.M.T.L.). 2017.
2

Panca M et al. Clinical and cost-effectiveness of absorbent dressings in the treatment of highly exuding VLUs. J Wound Care. 2013 Mar;22(3):109-10, 112-8.

3

Romanelli M et al. Exudate management made easy. Wounds Int. 2010; 1(2):1-6.

4

M. Romanelli et al. A pilot study evaluating the wound and skin care performances of the Hydration Response Technology dressing - a new concept of debridement, J Wound Technology. 2009; Vol. 5.

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Instruction for use

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