3M™ Tegaderm™ I.V. Transparent Film Dressing with Adhesive-Free Window
About the product
Designed to protect I.V. catheter sites and wounds, the Tegaderm Transparent Film Dressing with Adhesive-Free Window secures devices to the skin while maintaining a moist wound healing environment and providing a bacterial1 and viral barrier.*
*In vitro testing shows that the Tegaderm Dressing provides a viral barrier from viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger while the dressing remains intact without leakage.
Product details
This sterile, breathable, waterproof, vapor-permeable dressing features a transparent film and adhesive, allowing for precise placement and continuous observation of the insertion site. It is easy to apply and remove and your patients can wear it while bathing or showering,* allowing them to maintain their regular routine. The dressing also features a conforming edge border designed to reduce edge lift and an adhesive-free window. Plus, you can use it with our other medical products, including Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film.
*Recommended use of waterproof cover over dressing and IV site when showering
- Picture-frame delivery makes accurate placement easy.
- Provides a waterproof, sterile barrier to external contaminants, including liquids, bacteria1 and viruses.* *In vitro testing shows that the Tegaderm™ Dressing provides a viral barrier from viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger while the dressing remains intact without leakage.
- Adhesive is gentle to skin.
- Can be safely left on central venous catheters for up to seven days.1
- Not Made with natural rubber latex.
Suggested Applications
- To cover and protect I.V. catheter sites and implanted venous ports.
- Secures devices to skin, including continuous glucose monitoring devices.
- Feeding tubes.
Legal
1. O'Grady, N et al. (2011). Guidelines for the Prevention of Intravascular Catheter-Related Infections, 2011. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/hicpac/BSI/BSF guidelines2011.htm.
Product specifications
| Overall Length (Imperial) |
Overall Length (Imperial)
4.75 in |
| Overall Length (Metric) |
Overall Length (Metric)
120.65 mm |
| OverallWidthImperial |
OverallWidthImperial
4.75 in |
| OverallWidthMetric |
OverallWidthMetric
120.65 mm |
| Category name |
Category name
Transparent Film Dressings |
| Trademark2 |
Trademark2
Tegaderm™ |
| categoryName |
categoryName
Transparent Film Dressings |