Hydrophilic Foam Dressing

Capu-cell is an effective material when used as a hydrophilic foam dressing. It is safe and comfortable to use on delicate skin tissues and will not irritate the affected area. Additionally, the polymer matrix itself can be used with a variety of medicinal agents, including antibiotics, without a breakdown of the material. It can also be used to apply soaps, pastes, powders and antiseptic washes.

Other medicinal advantages of using Capu-Cell as a hydrophilic foam dressing are the ability to sterilize the dressing, its antimicrobial properties, and its ability to retain moisture to keep from drying out. This soft, pliable material can also be fabricated and molded into a variety of shapes and sizes.

Capu-Cell can be manufactured into many useful configurations, such as shock absorbing test tube holders and tubing pads that provide comfort and protection during the care of the patient. For the clean room environment, Capu-Cell can be fabricated as a surface wipe, with its high absorbency, low particulate count, and low out-gassing characteristics ensuring that contaminants are not released into the atmosphere.