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Melgisorb Plus is a soft, highly absorbent alginate dressing from Molnlycke made from calcium sodium alginate fibres. On contact with wound fluid or saline, the fibres create a gel that absorbs and retains exudate while maintaining a moist wound environment. Once gelled, Melgisorb Plus does not adhere to the wound site, supporting comfortable removal at dressing changes. The dressing also has haemostatic ability.
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Melgisorb Plus is intended for a wide range of moderately to heavily exuding wounds, both infected and non-infected, including pressure injuries, venous and arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-operative wounds, dermal lesions, and trauma wounds. The dressing is soft, pliable, easy to use, and can be cut to shape.
This collection includes 4 sizes: three flat pad dressings (5 x 5cm, 10 x 10cm, and 10 x 20cm) and one cavity dressing (3 x 45cm) for packing deep wounds and tunnelling wounds. All dressings are sterile, individually packaged, and require a secondary dressing for fixation. Melgisorb Plus works well under fixation tapes such as Mefix or alongside other Molnlycke wound care products.
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What sizes does Melgisorb Plus come in?
Melgisorb Plus is available in four sizes: 5 x 5cm, 10 x 10cm, and 10 x 20cm flat pads, plus a 3 x 45cm cavity dressing for packing deep wounds. The flat pads come in boxes of 10, while the cavity dressing comes in boxes of 5.
How does Melgisorb Plus work?
Melgisorb Plus is made from calcium sodium alginate fibres. On contact with wound fluid or saline, the fibres create a gel that absorbs and retains exudate. Once gelled, the dressing does not adhere to the wound, supporting comfortable removal. The dressing also has haemostatic ability to help manage minor bleeding.
What types of wounds is Melgisorb Plus designed for?
Melgisorb Plus is intended for moderately to heavily exuding wounds, both infected and non-infected. This includes pressure injuries, venous and arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-operative wounds, dermal lesions, and trauma wounds. It is not indicated for dry wounds, third-degree burns, or surgical implantation.
Does Melgisorb Plus require a secondary dressing?
Yes. Melgisorb Plus is a primary wound contact dressing and requires fixation with an appropriate secondary dressing. Your healthcare provider can recommend the best secondary dressing for your wound type and location.
Can Melgisorb Plus be cut to size?
Yes. Melgisorb Plus is soft and pliable and can be cut to shape to fit the wound. For flat pads, select a size slightly larger than the wound. For the cavity dressing, cut to the appropriate length and loosely pack the wound.
