KERRAMAX CARE™ Super-Absorbent Dressing

3M™ Kerramax Care™ Super-Absorbent Dressings are a range of super-absorbent dressings that absorb and retain high amounts of wound exudate1*. The unique wicking layer evenly distributes fluid both horizontally and vertically throughout the dressing, utilizing the full absorption capacity. Exudate is locked away, including bacteria2* and MMPs3* to facilitate wound healing, supporting a positive patient experience4. Its conformability allows the dressing to be folded to suit a variety of different wounds.

Kerramax Care Dressings offer an advanced method of absorbing exudate from wounds utilising Exu-Safe™ Technology built into the dressing core. This super-absorbent core absorbs and retains moderate to high levels of fluid away from the wound bed – including bacteria2* and MMPs3* - protecting delicate wound tissue and surrounding skin while helping to reduce the risk of maceration, even under compression5*. The unique wicking layer draws up serous and viscous4 exudate, distributing it evenly throughout the dressing, utilising the full absorption capacity and helping to prevent bulking. The dressings have a soft, nonwoven material on both sides of the dressing, so either side can be placed on the wound while being comfortable for the patient. *As demonstrated in vitro. 1. Cooper, R. An investigation into the ability of Kerramax Care™ and Kerrafoam™ to bind bacteria. Cardiff Metropolitan University. September 2013. 2. Thomas, H & Westgate, S.J. An in vitro comparison of MRSA and P. aeruginosa sequestration by five super-absorbent wound dressings. Poster presented at EWMA; 11-13 May 2016; Bremen, Germany. 3. Dr. Cochrane, C.A. Evaluation of matrix metalloproteinases by wound care products. University of Liverpool, UK. July 2011. 4. Hughes, M. A large-scale evaluation of managing moderate and highly exuding wounds in the community. Wounds UK. 2017;13(3):78-85. 5. Cotton, S. The management of a chronic leg ulcer using Kerramax Care™ Super-Absorbent Dressing under compression. Poster presented at Wounds UK; November 2015; Harrogate, UK. 6. Jackson, S. & Warde, D. Determination of free swell absorption and fluid retention, and absorption capacity under pressure of Kerramax Care™. Crawford Healthcare Ltd. CHC R596. Knutsford, UK: 2017.