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AORN_2016_-Spencer et al_Wound_Prevalence_Study_Poster_pdf3.pdf
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There are many types of  surgical incision closure - stitches, steri-strips, staples and topical incisional adhesives.  Some surgeons protect the incision with antimicrobial dressings. 

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studies suggest an increased risk of dehiscence and infection with the use of staples and stitches due to the potential for exogenous contamination from the environment (hospital or home setting). 

Topical skin adhesive (TSA) (octyl cyanoacrylate) provide a strong flexible bond that lasts approximately 7-10 days.  It eliminates staple removal, can reduce potential for suturing injuries to staff, provides a flexible bonding strength and microbial barrier to the incision.

Not all incisions can be closed with TSA - and an added protection to a newly healing incision can be the use of antimicrobial dressings - such as PHMB gauze dressing and silver dressings



bmj_2010_sutures_versus_staples_for_skin_closure.pdf
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basha_2010_am_j_obstet_gynecol.pdf
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tuuli_obstet_gynecol_2011_-_complications_with_staples.pdf
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RELIATECT CHG TRANSPARENT DRESSING 
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www.eloquesthealthcare.com/reliatect-post-op/
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  • Reduce the risk of post-operative wound contamination
  • Antimicrobial properties of Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG)
  • Convenience of Transparency
  • Practicality of Absorbency
Available In 2 Sizes
  • 8 cm x 15 cm
  • 10 cm x 25 cm
Non-woven Border
  • Facilitates dressing application
  • Provides additional securement during wear
Comfort
  • Thin profile
  • Non-irritating
  • Breathable
NOTE: ReliaTect Post-Op is not a primary wound closure device. Ensure closure by suturing or other methods prior to application



Dermabond Advanced
​www.jnjmedicaldevices.com/en-US/product/dermabond-advanced-topical-skin-adhesive

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DERMABOND ADVANCED™ Topical Skin Adhesive is a sterile, liquid  topical skin adhesive containing a monomeric (2-octyl cyanoacrylate) formulation and the colorant D & C Violet #2.  It is provided as a single-use applicator in a blister package. The pen style applicator is composed of a crushable ampoule contained within a plastic applicator. As it is applied to the skin, the liquid is syrup-like  in viscosity and polymerizes within minutes. Studies have shown that following application, DERMABOND ADVANCED™ Adhesive acts as a barrier to prevent microbial penetration as long as the adhesive remains. 


INDICATIONS
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ Adhesive is intended for topical application only, to hold closed easily approximated skin edges of wounds  from surgical incisions, including incisions from minimally invasive surgery, and simple, thoroughly cleansed, trauma-induced  lacerations. DERMABOND ADVANCED™ Adhesive may be used in conjunction with, but not in place of, deep dermal stitches.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
Do not use on any wound with evidence of active infection, gangrene, or wounds of decubitus etiology.
Do not use on mucosal surfaces or across mucocutaneous junctions (e.g., oral cavity, lips), or on skin which may be regularly exposed to body fluids or with dense natural hair.
Do  not use on patients with a known hypersensitivity to cyanoacrylate or formaldehyde.
http://dermabond.com


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AquaCel Ag (Silver) - Convatec
www.convatec.com

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Combination dressing with a mix of skin-friendly hydrocolloid technology for comfort during body movement, and proprietary Hydrofiber® Technology with ionic silver to help manage serosanguinous fluid. Cover layer of polyurethane film provides a viral, waterproof and bacterial barrier (when intact and with no leakage), for a high-performance dressing. Added ionic silver provides sustained antimicrobial  activity for up to fourteen days as demonstrated by in vitro studies.

a_prospective_two-armed_trial_assessing_silver_dressing_performance_postoperatively_schwartz_et_al_owm_2014.pdf
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naon_-_use_o_silver_dressing_for_spine_incisions_poster0506.pdf
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aquacel_surgical_dressing_reduces_the_rate_of_acute_pji_following_total_joint_cai_et_al_joa_2014.pdf
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Antimicrobial Gauze Dressings (AMD) - Cardinal Health
https://www.cardinalhealth.com/en/product-solutions/medical/skin-and-wound-management/antimicrobial-dressings.html?cid=SOC-YTB-MED-MP-NCP-SWM-AMDwPHMB-012920

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Kendall™ AMD antimicrobial dressings are part of a proven prophylactic infection prevention program. Unlike ordinary sterile dressings  which do not provide an effective barrier to bacterial invasion, Kendall™ AMD  Antimicrobial Dressings contain 0.2% Polyhexamethylene Biguanide (PHMB), a  bacteria-killing polymer that virtually eliminates bacterial penetration through  and growth within the dressings.

The Kendall™ AMD antimicrobial family of  dressings are effective against both gram + and gram - bacteria as well as yeast  and fungi. They are also effective against common problematic bacteria such as  methicillin resistant Staphlococcus aureus (MRSA) and
vancomycin resistant  Enterococcus (VRE).

Antimicrobial Barrier_-_AMD_article_from_kendall.pdf
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AMD_for_pin_sites_11999_2011_article_1990.pdf
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Antimicrobial_Gauze_Dressings_naon_05-2010.pdf
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