Aquacel Foam Pro Adhesive Wound Dressing 10 x 10 cm Waterproof Silicone 422357

Product Overview

The AQUACEL Foam Pro represents ConvaTec's advanced iteration of the AQUACEL Foam platform, engineered to deliver enhanced wound microclimate management through an optimised multi-layer construction. The dressing combines the proven Hydrofiber Technology interface — which absorbs exudate vertically and transforms it into a cohesive gel — with an improved foam core that provides superior fluid handling capacity and controlled moisture vapour transmission rate (MVTR). This balanced MVTR management helps maintain optimal temperature and humidity at the wound surface, supporting cellular activity critical to the proliferative phase of wound healing.

The 10 x 10 cm adhesive variant (REF 422357) features a perforated gentle silicone adhesive border that conforms to body contours and provides reliable fixation without adhering to the wound bed or fragile peri-wound skin. The outermost polyurethane film layer is waterproof and functions as a bacterial and viral barrier (tested per EN 13726-2), allowing patients to shower with the dressing in situ. The Foam Pro design is engineered for use under compression bandaging systems and is compatible with negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) interfaces where clinically appropriate.

Specifications

Clinical Indications

• Pressure injuries (Category/Stage II through IV) with moderate to heavy exudate, as classified under NPUAP/EPUAP/PPPIA international pressure injury guidelines
• Venous leg ulcers managed under multi-layer compression therapy where a conformable, high-capacity absorbent dressing is required
• Diabetic foot ulcers requiring moisture balance, microclimate control, and protection during offloading protocols (IWGDF guidelines)
• Post-surgical wounds and skin graft donor sites with moderate exudate requiring waterproof barrier protection
• Partial-thickness burns and traumatic wounds (lacerations, skin tears, abrasions) in acute and community care settings
• Wounds managed under negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) where a conformable interface dressing is required

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes the Foam Pro from the standard AQUACEL Foam?

The AQUACEL Foam Pro features an enhanced foam core construction with optimised moisture vapour transmission rate (MVTR) management. While both product lines utilise Hydrofiber Technology for vertical exudate absorption, the Foam Pro variant provides improved wound microclimate control — maintaining balanced temperature and humidity at the wound surface. This microclimate management supports optimal cellular activity during wound healing, particularly relevant in chronic wounds where prolonged dressing wear times are anticipated.

Can this dressing be used with compression therapy for venous leg ulcers?

Yes. The AQUACEL Foam Pro 10 x 10 cm is designed to maintain its absorption and microclimate management performance under compression bandaging systems. The vertical absorption mechanism prevents lateral exudate spread under compression forces, reducing the risk of maceration. International guidelines (EWMA, WOCN Society) recommend foam dressings with demonstrated performance under compression as primary dressings in venous leg ulcer management protocols.

How does the silicone adhesive border affect dressing change comfort?

The perforated gentle silicone adhesive is specifically designed to adhere to intact peri-wound skin while not bonding to the wound bed, moist tissue, or fragile skin. This characteristic enables atraumatic dressing removal that minimises pain and tissue damage at dressing change — a clinical consideration emphasised in international wound care consensus documents (World Union of Wound Healing Societies). The perforated design also allows excess moisture vapour to escape through the adhesive border region.

Is this dressing suitable for patients with fragile or compromised skin?

Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive technology is specifically engineered for patients with fragile skin, including elderly patients, patients on corticosteroid therapy, and patients with skin conditions that compromise epidermal integrity. The silicone adhesive can be repositioned during application without losing adhesive properties, reducing the risk of medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI) as defined by international consensus guidelines.

How can healthcare facilities in Singapore procure this product?

EMIS (Essential Medical International Supplies Pte Ltd) is an authorised distributor of ConvaTec wound care products in Singapore. The AQUACEL Foam Pro range is available for purchase by hospitals, community hospitals, nursing homes, home care services, and private clinics via emis.asia. Products are CE marked under EU MDR 2017/745 and distributed in compliance with Health Sciences Authority (HSA) Singapore medical device regulations. Institutional volume pricing and recurring supply arrangements are available.