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Bbraun Askina DresSil Sacrum 16 x 17.5cm – Soft Silicone Foam Dressing for Sacral Wounds (Box of 5)
Bbraun Askina DresSil Sacrum 16 x 17.5cm – Soft Silicone Foam Dressing for Sacral Wounds (Box of 5)
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Product Overview
Askina® DresSil Sacrum is a triangular silicone foam dressing engineered to fit the natural anatomy of the sacrum, providing intimate contact across the gluteal cleft and over the bony prominences of the sacroiliac joints. The dressing combines a soft silicone wound-contact layer with a hydrophilic polyurethane foam core and a breathable, waterproof polyurethane backing film, supporting the moist wound healing principles described in the EWMA position document on advanced wound dressings.
The 1.5 cm silicone adhesive border secures the dressing in place during patient repositioning and personal hygiene, while still permitting atraumatic, repositionable removal. The waterproof outer film protects the wound from external contamination, urine, and faecal soiling — a particular concern in sacral pressure ulcer management. The product is consistent with NPIAP/EPUAP/PPPIA International Guideline (2019) recommendations for prophylactic multilayer foam dressings to reduce sacral pressure injuries in at-risk individuals.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | B|Braun Medical (Askina® brand, Melsungen, Germany) |
|---|---|
| Product Family | Askina® DresSil — Silicone Foam Wound Dressings |
| Configuration | Triangular sacral-shaped dressing with 1.5 cm adhesive silicone border |
| Size | 16 cm × 17.5 cm |
| Pack | Box of 5 sterile dressings, individually pouched |
| Construction | Multilayer: soft silicone contact, polyurethane foam absorbent core, breathable waterproof PU film backing |
| Absorbency | Low to moderate exudate; vertical wicking minimises peri-wound maceration |
| Wear Time | Up to 7 days subject to clinical assessment and exudate volume |
| 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 system; HSA Singapore-listed via licensed importer |
| Storage | Store dry, below 25°C, away from direct sunlight |
Clinical Indications
- Treatment of low to moderately exuding sacral pressure injuries (Categories I-IV NPIAP staging) once cavity packing requirements have been addressed.
- Prophylactic dressing for at-risk sacrums in immobilised, ICU, peri-operative, or palliative care patients (NPIAP/EPUAP/PPPIA 2019).
- Post-surgical management of pilonidal sinus excision, sacral debridement, and sacral flap reconstruction sites.
- Faecal-incontinence-associated dermatitis support, where a waterproof barrier is required to protect compromised peri-anal skin.
- Skin tears and traumatic wounds of the lower back and gluteal region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is anatomical shaping important for sacral dressings?
A: A triangular, sacrum-contoured dressing reduces lift and edge roll-up over the gluteal cleft, helping the silicone adhesive maintain skin contact during patient turning. Round or rectangular dressings are more prone to edge lifting in this region, which compromises both pressure offloading and barrier integrity.
Q: How does this dressing prevent pressure injuries?
A: Multilayer silicone foam dressings reduce localised pressure, shear, and friction over bony prominences and provide microclimate control by managing moisture at the skin surface. The 2019 NPIAP/EPUAP/PPPIA International Guideline recommends prophylactic multilayer foam dressings on the sacrum of high-risk patients in addition to standard pressure injury prevention bundles.
Q: Can the dressing remain in place during showering?
A: The waterproof PU backing film provides a barrier to liquid water and bacterial ingress while permitting moisture vapour transmission. Clinicians should still inspect the silicone border for adhesion integrity after bathing.
Q: How does B|Braun Askina DresSil Sacrum compare with other foam dressings?
A: Compared with non-bordered foam dressings, the integrated silicone border eliminates the need for secondary fixation and supports atraumatic removal. The triangular geometry distinguishes it from rectangular dressings that must be improvised to fit sacral anatomy.
Q: Is this dressing reimbursable in Singapore healthcare facilities?
A: B|Braun Askina® DresSil dressings are HSA-listed Class IIb medical devices and are routinely procured by Singapore acute hospitals, community hospitals, and home-care providers. EMIS+ supplies the products with batch and lot traceability for institutional procurement audits.
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