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Bbraun Askina DresSil Heel Silicone Foam Dressing for Heel Wounds 22 x 21.6cm Box of 5
Bbraun Askina DresSil Heel Silicone Foam Dressing for Heel Wounds 22 x 21.6cm Box of 5
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Product Overview
The Askina® DresSil Heel from B|Braun is an anatomically contoured silicone foam dressing engineered for the unique geometry of the heel and Achilles region. The five-layer construction combines a soft silicone wound contact interface, a thin foam layer that supports vertical fluid wicking, an exudate-distribution layer, a superabsorbent polymer layer that locks fluid away from the wound bed, and a semi-permeable, waterproof polyurethane backing film. This design maintains a moist wound environment consistent with the principles of moist wound healing described in the European Wound Management Association (EWMA) and Wounds International consensus documents.
The silicone adhesive provides atraumatic, repositionable fixation that minimises peri-wound skin stripping at dressing change — an important consideration for fragile or aged skin. The contoured heel-cup shape conforms to the malleoli and posterior calcaneus to deliver pressure redistribution and reduced shear, supporting NPIAP/EPUAP/PPPIA prophylactic dressing recommendations for category I-II heel pressure injuries. Each unit is sterilised by ethylene oxide and supplied in a box of 5.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | B|Braun Medical (Askina® brand, Melsungen, Germany) |
|---|---|
| Product Family | Askina® DresSil — Silicone Foam Wound Dressings |
| Configuration | Anatomically shaped heel dressing with adhesive silicone border |
| Size | 22 cm × 21.6 cm (heel-cup geometry) |
| Pack | Box of 5 sterile dressings, individually pouched |
| Layer Construction | 5-layer: soft silicone contact, thin foam, exudate distribution layer, superabsorbent layer, breathable waterproof PU film |
| Absorbency Profile | Indicated for low to moderate exudate; vertical fluid wicking minimises lateral spread and maceration |
| Wear Time | Up to 7 days for low-exudate wounds; assess every 1-3 days for moderate exudate |
| Sterility | Sterile, ethylene oxide (EO) sterilised — single use |
| Latex Content | Not made with natural rubber latex |
| Regulatory | CE-marked under EU MDR 2017/745, Class IIb wound dressing; manufactured under ISO 13485 quality management; Singapore HSA-listed medical device via licensed importer |
| Storage | Store dry, below 25°C, away from direct sunlight |
Clinical Indications
- Management of low to moderately exuding partial- and full-thickness heel wounds, including pressure ulcers categories I-IV (NPIAP/EPUAP staging) once cavity packing has been addressed.
- Prophylactic dressing for at-risk heels in immobilised or critical-care patients, in line with the 2019 NPIAP/EPUAP/PPPIA International Pressure Ulcer Prevention Guideline.
- Diabetic foot ulcers (Wagner grade 1-2) of the heel and posterior calcaneus, used in conjunction with offloading and the IWGDF guidelines.
- Skin tears, donor sites, and post-surgical incisions affecting the heel or Achilles region.
- Lower-limb venous and arterial ulcers presenting at the heel as part of a TIME-based wound care protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why use a silicone-adhesive dressing instead of a hydrocolloid for heel wounds?
A: Silicone adhesives reduce trauma at dressing removal and are recommended for fragile or peri-wound compromised skin (Wounds International 2019 consensus). The DresSil Heel additionally provides cushioning over the bony prominence of the calcaneus, which hydrocolloids do not.
Q: How does the Active Exudate Monitoring System work?
A: The PU backing film carries 1 cm-spaced indicator dots that allow visual estimation of saturation through the dressing without needing to lift the silicone border, helping clinicians decide on dressing change timing.
Q: How often should the dressing be changed?
A: Wear time depends on exudate level and clinical condition. For low exudate the dressing may stay in place up to 7 days; for moderate exudate plan changes every 1-3 days, or earlier if strikethrough is observed.
Q: Is this product registered in Singapore?
A: Yes — B|Braun wound care products are imported into Singapore by HSA-licensed distributors and are CE-marked under EU MDR 2017/745. EMIS+ supplies these dressings to clinics, hospitals, and home-care patients across Singapore with verifiable batch and lot traceability.
Q: Can the dressing be used under compression bandaging?
A: Yes. The low-profile foam construction is compatible with multilayer compression systems for venous leg ulceration, although the heel-cup contour must be confirmed to lie flat under the compression layer.
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