Smith & Nephew Allevyn Life Foam Sacrum Dressing, 8-1/2" x 9", Sterile

8-1/2" x 9" Sacrum-Shaped Silicone Foam Dressing with Change Indicator

Product Description

Managing wounds in the sacral area presents unique challenges. The sacrum is a high-risk location for pressure injuries and skin breakdown, and its complex contours—including the gluteal cleft—make it difficult for standard dressings to stay securely in place. Fragile or compromised skin in this area requires a dressing that conforms to the anatomy without aggressive adhesives that can strip delicate skin and cause trauma during changes

The Smith & Nephew Allevyn Life Foam Sacrum Dressing is designed to address these needs. This 8-1/2" x 9" sterile dressing features a unique tail design specifically shaped for the sacral area, fitting around the cleft to help overcome common problems such as dressing tenting . The five-layer construction combines an absorbent hydrocellular foam core with a gentle silicone gel adhesive wound contact layer and a showerproof top film . The soft silicone adhesive is gentle on fragile skin, minimizing pain and trauma during changes, and the dressing can be lifted or repositioned without losing its adherent properties . A unique masking layer helps reduce the visual impact of exudate strikethrough and wound odour, while also acting as a change indicator that shows when the dressing is approximately 75% full

This Smith & Nephew dressing is designed for convenience and clinical reliability. The multi-layered design provides cushioning and helps redistribute pressure, making it suitable for pressure injury prevention . The showerproof top layer allows patients to shower with the dressing in place . It is suitable for a range of wounds including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, and skin tears . The dressing can remain in place for up to 5 days in the sacral area, depending on exudate levels . Each box contains 10 individually wrapped sterile dressings

Features

• Anatomical Sacrum Shape: Unique tail design specifically shaped for the sacral area, fitting around the cleft to help prevent dressing tenting and ensure a secure fit .
• Change Indicator: A masking layer shows when the dressing is approximately 75% full, helping to optimise change frequency and reduce waste .
• Gentle Silicone Adhesive: The silicone wound contact layer is gentle on fragile skin, minimising pain on removal, and allows the dressing to be repositioned .
• Highly Absorbent Five-Layer Design: The hydrocellular foam core and hyper-absorber layer lock away exudate, including viscous fluid, to help reduce the risk of leakage and maceration .
• Showerproof and Breathable: The top layer protects the wound while allowing the skin to breathe, and patients can shower with the dressing in place .
• Pressure Redistribution: The multi-layered design provides cushioning and helps spread pressure, making it suitable for pressure injury prevention .
• Up to 5-Day Wear in Sacral Area: Can remain in place for up to 5 days depending on exudate levels .
• Sterile and Latex-Free: Suitable for use in clinical and home care settings

Why Choose Smith & Nephew

1. Better than basic foam dressings:
   Unlike standard foam dressings that may not conform to the sacral cleft, the Allevyn Life Sacrum features a unique tail design specifically engineered for this challenging anatomy, helping to prevent tenting and lifting . The built-in change indicator also removes the guesswork from dressing changes, and the gentle silicone adhesive is designed for fragile skin, reducing the trauma associated with removal .
2. Designed for skin comfort and protection:
   The soft silicone layer is gentle enough for repeated changes, making it suitable for patients with compromised skin integrity . The highly absorbent core and showerproof backing provide a reliable barrier while maintaining a moist wound environment that promotes healing .
3. Reliable clinical choice:
   As part of the trusted Allevyn Life family, the Sacrum variant is a well-established option for managing sacral pressure injuries and other exuding wounds in both clinical and home care settings . The box of 10 provides a convenient supply for ongoing care