Sorbact Gel Dressing 7.5x7.5cm

A UNIQUE INNOVATION IN ANTIMICROBIAL DRESSING TECHNOLOGY

The Sorbact method is an innovative approach to reduce bioburden in wounds without using any chemically active agents. Instead, a physical principal (Hydrophobic Interaction) is used to bind bacteria and fungi to the dressing in the presence of moisture. Common pathogenic microorganisms, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans, are hydrophobic and therefore bind to the unique, proprietary green surface of Sorbact.

Advantages of the Sorbact® method:

• Effective against all common wound bacteria – even against MRSA and VRE

The resistance of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staph. aureus)

and VRE (vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus) against

antibiotics does not change their hydrophobic properties nor

their ability to bind to Sorbact

• No development of bacterial resistance

Sorbact does not use any antiseptic or antibiotic substances.

Hence, treatment is not linked to any risk of development of

resistant strains.

• Sorbact®- fast, safe, effective

Sorbact begins to bind within seconds of application, with no

upper limit to binding capacity, and has been shown to reduce

the bacterial load within wounds faster than silver containing

dressings.

• No promotion of bacterial endotoxin release

Unlike e.g. silver products, Sorbact does not destroy bacteria.

Thus, endotoxin release from dead cells is prevented, and the

natural wound healing is supported.

• No Contraindications, non-allergenic

Safe to use on children and during pregnancy, and on patients

with sensitivities to silver, and other chemical agents.

• Reduces wound odour

by reducing the bacterial load.

• Selective Binding

Binds and removes pathogenic bacteria and fungi, as well as

effectively binding and removing bacterial biofilms

Indications

Sorbact can be used for all types of contaminated, colonised or infected exudating wounds, regardless of their aetiology, such as:

Chronic wounds

• Venous leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Arterial ulcers prior to revascularisation

Acute wounds

• Post op and dehisced surgical wounds
• Traumatic wounds
• Post excision of fistulas or abscess

Fungal infections

• Skin folds
• Between fingers and toes