Plaster for healing postoperative sutures

The postoperative patch is a special tool in the form of a plate that helps postoperative sutures heal faster and more efficiently. It is applied to the surface of the seam in order to fasten the cut place, it helps it to heal faster, impregnates the wound with useful agents. Convenient and practical to use.

What are the beneficial properties

This simple and effective tool is used not only in medical institutions, but at home. It has a rectangular shape with self-adhesive edges, in the middle of which there is a soft, absorbent pad. Patches after surgery have the following useful properties:

• Protect the incision from the penetration of harmful bacteria or microbes into it;
• Makes the seam soft and smooth;
• It does not allow the wound to expand, I fix it well;
• Prevents injury to the skin and the appearance of irritation on it;
• Under it, the necessary microclimate is created, which contributes to faster healing, namely, the necessary moisture is retained, air is passed through, and discharge from the wound is absorbed.

When using a patch for sutures after surgery , the wound is not injured, as it fits snugly against it, promotes the resorption of hardened tissues that may form around it. Excess moisture does not get under it, so it does not rot.

What are the benefits

Its many benefits include the following:

• It adheres well to the skin, thanks to a special adhesive applied to the edges of the bandage;
• When removed, the patient does not experience painful, unpleasant sensations, there is no irritation, redness on the skin, the scar itself is not injured;
• Made from natural, breathable materials. hypoallergenic materials;
• It has good hygroscopicity on the inside, therefore it does not stick to the seam, but at the same time it perfectly absorbs all secretions;
• Affordable cost;
• The seam has an aesthetically attractive and neat appearance;
• Does not constrain movements, does not create discomfort and discomfort when worn.

       The advantages of a medical postoperative patch include the fact that it is available in various sizes: small, medium, large. It can be used for various parts of the body. It has a convenient, individual, sterile package. You can buy it individually or as a whole pack.

Where and how is it used

I often use it in surgical and traumatological practice, especially if there is abundant discharge or the wound is bleeding. It can also be used at home, at home with cuts, various injuries. In this case, it is necessary to select the appropriate dressing size for the wound. It should completely cover the wound and protrude beyond its edges by a centimeter on each side.

Before use, you must read the instructions and strictly follow the recommendations described in it. To begin with, the damaged area is disinfected, treated, dried, if there is hair around the damaged area, they are shaved off. Then, the protective film is removed from the postoperative dressing patch and it is tightly glued to the required area. It can be changed every day on dressings or once every 2, 3 days, depending on the recommendation of the attending physician.

How does it work, what does it consist of

The principle of its operation is as follows:

1. With the help of the adhesive base of the patch, the compression tension of the scar is carried out, and subsequently it is smoothed out.
2. Due to the retention of moisture, it softens scar tissue, reducing their density.
3. Prevents hardening of the skin, scarring, improves elasticity, skin structure.

Regardless of its width, whether it is a wide postoperative patch or a narrow one, it has a multilayer structure. Which makes it comfortable to use and an effective healing agent. The first layer is a non-woven, soft base that does not stick to the injured surface. The second is a natural, cotton pad covered with a microscopic polyethylene mesh. The mesh prevents the pad from sticking to the wound, performs absorbent and protective functions.

The third layer is a thin paper pad treated with silicone. It serves as a kind of distributor that stands out from the injured area of ​​\u200b\u200bblood and ichor. The fourth layer is a special cellulose coating that can repel moisture, protect the seam from foreign objects, microbes and harmful organisms.

used after the operation is securely fixed in the desired area due to synthetic rubber glue. It holds well even on the limbs, moving parts of the body.

What types are

On sale there are products intended for adults and children, of different shapes, widths and lengths. Which patch is better to use after suture surgery depends on the size of the wound and its location. Pharmacies offer the following types:

• COSMOPOR Antibacterial. It is a breathable bandage with silver. Use for infected wounds or when there is a high likelihood of infection. It absorbs moisture well, does not cause allergies, can be easily removed, can be used at home;
• Hudrofilm. Postoperative sutures are resorbed, applied at the stage of wound healing to avoid re-infection. It is transparent, has an absorbent pad made of polyurethane film;
• Fixopore. Sterile plaster applied to moving, rounded parts of the body. Has a porous structure;
• Cosmopore E. Used only for non-infected wounds. It is self-adhesive, can use for sensitive skin.

A plaster for the healing of postoperative sutures of any kind, accelerates the healing process, is easy to use, protects and prevents their infection. The main thing is to follow the recommendations of the attending physician in order to choose the appropriate dressing option.