ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite

ALLEYVN Gentle Border Lite – for exudate management

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings have been specially designed for people with sensitive or fragile skin¹ who have light to moderately exuding wounds.

These dressings, which come in a range of shapes and sizes, combine thinner foam that is delicate² and comfortable¹ to wear with the gentleness of a silicone adhesive for minimal pain on removal.¹

• ALLEVYN triple action technology maintains the optimal fluid balance to maintain a moist wound environment³
• The 2mm foam core ensures excellent flexibility² so the dressing molds to the body, even on awkward areas,⁴ providing a comfortable¹ fit for patients
• Showerproof⁴ dressing allows patients to shower with the dressing in place, helping to improve their quality of life
• Easy to apply and remove¹ – the dressing can be lifted and repositioned without losing adhesion⁵
• Suitable for use on people with fragile skin¹
• Bacterial barrier⁶ – which helps to minimize the risk of infection from external contaminants
• Up to 7 day wear time⁵

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings are intended for use on low to moderately exuding:

• Shallow, granulating wounds
• Chronic and acute exudative wounds
• Full- and partial-thickness wounds such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers
• Malignant wounds
• Surgical wounds
• First and second degree burns
• Donor sites
• Skin tears
• Fungating ulcers
• Oncological wounds
• Epidermolysis Bullosa wounds

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Size and Ordering Information

References:

1. T. Hurd et al: A multicentre in-market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border. Wounds UK  Vol 5, No 3. 2009
2. Demonstrable (claims sheet)
3. L. Tompkins. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Physical Properties. Data on File Report Reference DS/10/100/R1. August 2010
4. D. Hussein. Results from a multi-centre, non-comparative clinical in market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings (CIME/008) and from open, prospective, randomised within volunteer (VTR/HVT 050) comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border in terms of showerproof and use on awkward areas. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Data on file report reference OR-DOF/011. August 2010
5. S. Palmer and G. Smith. Results from an open, prospective, randomised, within volunteer comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border. Volunteer Trial Report Reference VTR/HVT 050. December 2008
6. L. Vaughan. Bacterial Barrier Testing (wet-wet) on samples of ALLEVYN Gentle, ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings with a 7 day test duration against s. marcescens. Smith & Nephew Wound Management Report Ref: 1010016. October 2010
7. S. Carpenter and D. Foster. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Stability Summary for ALLEVYN Gentle Border with wacker silicone adhesive. Development Services Report Reference DS/08/043/S12. September 2008
8. P. Fram. S.M.T.L Conformability Testing of Wound Dressings. Report 10/3328/1. September 2010
9. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/099/R1. August 2010
10. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/098/R1. July 2010

Like all ALLEVYN Dressings, ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite has at its heart a unique three-layer technology that effectively manages exudate, helping to ensure that the wound is kept at optimum moisture levels to maintain a  moist wound environment.³

The dressing consists of an absorbent³ hydrocellular foam pad, held between a perforated wound contact layer which is coated with a soft silicone gel adhesive and a highly permeable outer top film.⁷

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings achieve their benefits of easy application and removal, and the ability to reposition through an adhesive technology based on a soft silicone gel.^1,5

References:

1. T. Hurd et al: A multicentre in-market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border. Wounds UK  Vol 5, No 3. 2009.
2. Demonstrable (claims sheet)
3. L. Tompkins. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Physical Properties. Data on File Report Reference DS/10/100/R1. August 2010
4. D. Hussein. Results from a multi-centre, non-comparative clinical in market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings (CIME/008) and from open, prospective, randomised within volunteer (VTR/HVT 050) comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border in terms of showerproof and use on awkward areas. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Data on file report reference OR-DOF/011. August 2010
5. S. Palmer and G. Smith. Results from an open, prospective, randomised, within volunteer comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border. Volunteer Trial Report Reference VTR/HVT 050. December 2008
6. L. Vaughan. Bacterial Barrier Testing (wet-wet) on samples of ALLEVYN Gentle, ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings with a 7 day test duration against s. marcescens. Smith & Nephew Wound Management Report Ref: 1010016. October 2010
7. S. Carpenter and D. Foster. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Stability Summary for ALLEVYN Gentle Border with wacker silicone adhesive. Development Services Report Reference DS/08/043/S12. September 2008
8. P. Fram. S.M.T.L Conformability Testing of Wound Dressings. Report 10/3328/1. September 2010
9. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/099/R1. August 2010
10. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/098/R1. July 2010

Independent Comparison of Dressing Extensibility

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings are extensible in both directions – more conformable and comfortable than competitor dressings⁸

Extensibility and Permanent Set¹ of ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite and Competitor Dressings

This test measures how extensible a dressing is and whether it deforms permanently once it has been stretched.

Fluid Handling Capacity

ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite has comparable total fluid handling to Mepilex Border Lite^3,9,10

References:

1. T. Hurd et al: A multicentre in-market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border. Wounds UK  Vol 5, No 3. 2009.
2. Demonstrable (claims sheet)
3. L. Tompkins. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Physical Properties. Data on File Report Reference DS/10/100/R1. August 2010
4. D. Hussein. Results from a multi-centre, non-comparative clinical in market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings (CIME/008) and from open, prospective, randomised within volunteer (VTR/HVT 050) comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border in terms of showerproof and use on awkward areas. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Data on file report reference OR-DOF/011. August 2010
5. S. Palmer and G. Smith. Results from an open, prospective, randomised, within volunteer comparison of Dakota and Mepilex Border. Volunteer Trial Report Reference VTR/HVT 050. December 2008
6. L. Vaughan. Bacterial Barrier Testing (wet-wet) on samples of ALLEVYN Gentle, ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings with a 7 day test duration against s. marcescens. Smith & Nephew Wound Management Report Ref: 1010016. October 2010
7. S. Carpenter and D. Foster. Smith & Nephew Wound Management. Stability Summary for ALLEVYN Gentle Border with wacker silicone adhesive. Development Services Report Reference DS/08/043/S12. September 2008
8. P. Fram. S.M.T.L Conformability Testing of Wound Dressings. Report 10/3328/1. September 2010
9. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/099/R1. August 2010
10. L. Tompkins. Data on file: DS/10/098/R1. July 2010

How to Use ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite

1. Cleanse the wound in accordance with local protocols.
2. Select appropriate dressing size.  ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite can be cut to dress wounds on the heel, elbows and other awkward areas. Always use a clean technique when cutting the dressing.
3. Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area and remove excess moisture. Any excess hair should be clipped to ensure close approximation to the wound.
4. Remove one of the protector films from ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite and anchor the adhesive side of the dressing to the skin.
   
5. Remove the remaining protector film and smooth the dressing over the remainder of the wound without stretching, ensuring there are no creases.  The pad area of the dressing must be adhered across the entire surface of the wound. ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite can be lifted and repositioned without losing its adherent properties
   
6. If the dressing has been cut, ensure any exposed foam areas are covered with an appropriate film dressing, taking care not to cover the entire dressing.

Frequency of Change

During the early stages of wound management, ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite should be inspected according to local clinical protocol. Where the product is used on infected wounds, the infection should be inspected and treated as per local clinical protocol.

Dressings can be left in place for up to 7 days, depending on the condition of the wound and the surrounding skin or until exudate is visible and approaches to within  3/16 of an inch (0.5cm) of the edge of the dressing pad, whichever is sooner. Local clinical protocols should also be taken into consideration.

If dressings are applied to the sacral area, they may be left in place for up to 5 days. However, due to the increased potential for contamination and infection in this area, increased monitoring of dressing adherence may be required as per local clinical protocols. The decision of when to change should be ultimately be directed by local clinical protocols.

Precautions

Do not use ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings with oxidizing agents such as hypochlorite solutions (e.g. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing. If reddening or sensitization occur, discontinue use.

Dressing Removal

To remove ALLEVYN Gentle Border Lite Dressings, lift one corner of the dressing and slowly peel back until completely removed from the wound.