Smith & Nephew 66002876 - Leukostrip 4mm x 38mm
LEUKOSTRIP Adhesive Hypoallergenic Wound Closure Strips, 1/8 x 1-1/2 Inches
LEUKOSTRIP wound closure strips are made of 100% polyamide material coated with a hypoallergenic adhesive which allows almost pain-free closure of the wound. By replacing skin clips with LEUKOSTRIP on the third post-operative day, scar formation at the puncture sites is minimized. LEUKOSTRIP can also be combined with subcutaneous or intracutaneous stitches as well as being used to supplement clip or individual over-and-over sutures.
- Elastic polyamide textile
- Shear-free wound edge adaptation
- Permeable to moisture and air
- Hypoallergenic adhesive
- Reliable adhesive strength
- Sterile and individually sealed
Benefits
- Reliably and securely adapts to the edges of the wound
- Does not traumatise the edges of the wound allowing almost pain free wound closure
- Minimal scarring
- Well tolerated by the skin
LEUKOSTRIP, Is Flexible, Adhesive, Hypoallergenic Wound Closure Strips
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Advantages
Flexible
The polyamide material is elastic. After closing the wound it returns to its original length.
Helps Protect the Wound Against Tensile and Shear Forces
LEUKOSTRIP does not traumatise the edges of the wound and allows an almost pain free closure of the wound as well as minimising scar formation.
Permeable
LEUKOSTRIP is permeable to water vapour and air and thus reduces the risk of maceration.
Hypoallergenic
The adhesive is hypoallergenic, reducing the risk of allergic reactions.
Reliable Adhesive Strength
The dressing adheres, reliably and securely.
Indications
- Primary and secondary closure of wounds
- Fixing skin transplants
- Replacing skin sutures following subcutaneous sutures
- Support and relief for intracutaneous sutures, clip stitching or individual over-and-over sutures
LEUKOSTRIP is indicated for primary and secondary closure of wounds, fixing skin transplants, replacing skin sutures following subcutaneous sutures and support and relief for intracutaneous sutures, clip stitching or individual overand-over sutures.
