Bbraun Askina DresSil 10 x 10cm Silicone Foam Dressing for Moderately to Highly Exuding Wounds Box of 10

Product Overview

Askina® DresSil is manufactured by B. Braun Medical AG under ISO 13485 quality management and is CE-marked under EU MDR 2017/745 as a Class IIb medical device. The 10 × 10 cm size is intended for low-to-moderately exuding wounds where atraumatic dressing change and patient comfort are clinical priorities. The soft silicone wound contact layer adheres gently to intact peri-wound skin without bonding to the wound bed, supporting the principles of trauma-free dressing change defined by the EWMA position document on minimising pain at dressing changes.

The hydrophilic polyurethane foam absorbs exudate vertically into the dressing core, reducing lateral spread and the risk of peri-wound maceration. The breathable outer polyurethane backing film functions as a barrier to bacteria and waterproof contamination, while preserving moisture vapour transmission rate (MVTR) consistent with moist wound healing principles described by Winter (1962) and reinforced in current International Wound Infection Institute guidance.

Specifications

Clinical Indications

• Stage II and Stage III pressure injuries with low to moderate exudate
• Lower extremity venous and arterial leg ulcers in conjunction with appropriate compression or revascularisation
• Diabetic foot ulcers (Wagner Grade 1–2) following debridement and offloading
• Partial-thickness burns and donor sites for split-thickness skin grafts
• Skin tears (ISTAP categories 1–3) and traumatic abrasions
• Postoperative incision care and surgical wounds healing by secondary intention

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Askina DresSil differ from a bordered silicone foam dressing?
The non-bordered variant relies on the silicone perforated contact layer for retention and is suited to wounds where additional secondary fixation (for example, retention tape, tubular bandage, or compression wrap) is already part of the protocol, or where a bordered dressing's adhesive frame would irritate fragile peri-wound skin. For ambulatory wounds without secondary retention, the Askina DresSil Border range is generally preferred.

Is the silicone contact layer suitable for fragile or steroid-thinned skin?
Yes. Soft silicone adhesives demonstrate substantially lower peel forces than acrylic adhesives, reducing medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI) risk in elderly, paediatric, oncology, and chronic-steroid-treated patients. Atraumatic removal is consistent with the ISTAP best-practice recommendations for skin tear prevention.

Can the dressing remain in place during showering?
The waterproof polyurethane backing film resists water and bacteria. Brief showering is acceptable; patients should pat dry rather than rub the dressing, and replace it if peri-wound skin becomes wet under the silicone interface. Submersion (bathing or swimming) is not recommended.

How often should Askina DresSil be changed?
Wear time depends on exudate level. For low-exuding wounds the dressing may stay in place up to 7 days, supporting undisturbed wound healing. Change earlier if strikethrough is visible, the dressing detaches, or signs of clinical infection emerge in line with the IWII Wound Infection Continuum.

Where can I source Askina DresSil for clinical and home use in Singapore?
emis.asia distributes the full B. Braun Askina advanced wound care portfolio across Singapore, supplying public restructured hospitals, private clinics, polyclinics, and home-based community nursing teams. Tax invoices issued under HSA-compliant medical device supply.

Distributed in Singapore by Essential Medical International Supplies Pte Ltd (emis.asia). For wound care formulary support and clinical evidence summaries, contact our advanced wound care team.