Abstract: A wound dressing defining skin facing areas having different degrees of skin adherence. The dressing comprises a backing layer defining a center portion and a border portion surrounding the center portion. A carrier layer is secured to the border portion of the backing layer within the border portion and includes a first skin adherent facing layer. An absorbent core is connected to a surface of the backing layer within the center portion and a second skin adherent facing layer is disposed along a surface of the absorbent core. The first facing layer has greater skin adhesive properties than the second facing layer.

Abstract: The present invention includes a patch. The patch includes a main body with a base portion and a vapor emitting portion. The base portion includes a hydrogel comprising a first surface and an opposing surface. The vapor emitting portion is attached to the first surface of the hydrogel. A vapor emitting material is incorporated in the vapor emitting portion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a two-component device for closing a laceration or incision. The device includes a first component comprising a first adhesive-backed anchoring member and one or more first connecting members extending from one edge thereof in a first direction. The first adhesive-backed anchoring member is protected by a two-stage release liner system which includes: 1) a release liner with a bottom surface covering the adhesive-backed surface of the first anchoring member; and 2) a semi-rigid tab attached to a portion of the top surface of the release liner. The semi-rigid tab includes a first and a second edge. The first edge is oriented generally parallel to the wound edge of the first anchoring member and attached to the release liner at a position intermediate in the release liner between the portion of the release liner protecting the wound edge and the portion of the release liner protecting the edge of the first anchoring member generally opposite the wound edge.

Abstract: A wound dressing that includes two layers for a two part solution to the needs of a healing skin wound. The first step involves a relatively closed system wherein moisture is kept near the skin to promote healing. The second step allows for removal of a top layer of the dressing to reveal a layer with a series of apertures that allows for 100% moisture vapor and oxygen transmission rates to avoid irritation and itching of the skin. At the same time, the bottom layer of the wound dressing maintains a significant outer perimeter that prevents the perimeter migration of microorganisms into the healing wound. The wound dressing can also be used as a means for securing medical instruments, such as intravenous catheters, to the skin of a patient while avoiding the itching and irritation associated with traditional methods.

Abstract: An adhesively attachable bandage for an open wound. A one-way valve permits air or other fluids to move through the bandage in one direction, as to escape from a body cavity, but prevents fluids from moving in the other direction, as in entering the wound. A selectively sealable port can be opened to give access directly to the wound. The bandage may be transparent.

Abstract: Medical adhesive dressings are disclosed having handle members adhered to polymeric film layers by a layer of adhesive which adheres firmly to the polymeric film layer, but does not adhere to skin or to the silicone coated surface of a release liner. A portion of the handle extends beyond an edge of the polymeric film to facilitate separation of the film from the release liner, and handling thereof during application to a patient. The adhesive adhering the polymeric film to the patient's skin is more aggressive with respect to the patient's skin than the adhesive on the undersurface of the handle is to the polymeric film, whereby the handle can be peeled away from the polymeric film after the film has been applied to the patient.

Abstract: A wound dressing includes an absorbent core defining opposed proximal and distal surfaces and an array of receptacles formed therein. A liquid impervious, vapor permeable backing layer is connected to at least a portion of the distal surface of the absorbent core. The receptacles open at the distal surface of the absorbent core and extend a distance into the thickness of the absorbent core. Each receptacle contains a plurality of discrete portions of absorbent material. The backing layer is configured to be sufficiently distensible to permit expansion and migration of at least some of the discrete portions of absorbent material from the receptacles upon absorption of exudate by the wound dressing.

Abstract: A multi-layer wrap, for providing more comfortable gel treatment to skin while providing orthopedic support having a first layer of gel for contacting the skin and a second layer of an elastic and supportive loop portion of a hook and loop fastener, the wrap allowing for migration of moisture away from the skin. The wrap can be used as part of a suspension sleeve for use during arm surgery or post-operative recovery. The product is economically manufactured in the form of long rolls or as a sheet and is easily cut to any desired shape.

Abstract: A window dressing with an integral anchor includes a fabric layer having juxtaposed insertion site viewing and anchor member portions. The fabric layer has an adhesive side and an opposite non-adhesive side. The insertion site viewing portion is defined by an opening in the fabric layer. A transparent film layer having an adhesive skin-adhering side and an opposite non-adhesive side is adhered to the fabric layer adhesive side and closes the opening in the fabric layer. The anchor member portion includes a reinforcing structure disposed on the fabric layer. The reinforcing structure has an adhesive side and an opposite non-adhesive side. The non-adhesive side is adhered to the fabric layer adhesive side. A first removable securement device may be removably connected to the anchor member portion opposite the insertion site viewing portion, and a second removable securement device may be removably connected to the first removable securement device.

Abstract: A bandaging device and method for sequestering a wound or an inoculation site on a patient are provided. The device comprises a body integrally formed to encase the wound or inoculation site. The formed body comprises a substantially transparent top portion for visually inspecting the wound or inoculation site, a side portion descending from the top portion to a lower edge, and a flange extending radially outward from the lower edge. The bandaging device is formed from a material that is substantially liquid-impermeable to prevent liquid or other contaminants from reaching the wound or inoculation site. The bandaging device also comprises at least one section that is formed from a material that is substantially liquid-impermeable and vapor-permeable to allow vapor to reach the wound or inoculation site while preventing liquid or other contaminants from contacting therewith.

Abstract: A preformed wound shield includes a frame formed of one or more layers of suitable material and any suitable covering. Exudate absorbing or transporting material may also be one of two or more layers of material forming the frame.

Abstract: An adhesive dispensing arrangement (10) comprises an adhesive patch (12), a sachet (14), a sachet sealing strip (16), a pair of parallel gauze flaps (18A and 18B), and a peelable backing strip (20). The sachet houses a medicament such as an antiseptic or anti-microbial ointment (30), and the exposable surface (32) of the sachet is formed with a series of regularly spaced apertures (34) through which the ointment (30) may be dispensed. The peeling backing strip (20) and sachet sealing strip (16) are simultaneously peeled away, thereby exposing the apertures (34), with a central portion of the sealing strip being pulled through the gap between the gauze flaps (18A and 18B). The adhesive patch (12) is then applied around the affected area, with the ointment (30) and the sachet being dispensed via the apertures onto the gauze flaps and into treating contact with the wound.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-functional surgical wound closure/transfer marking device comprising a substrate having a proximal surface, a distal surface and markings; an adhesive layer having a proximal surface, a distal surface and being disposed on the proximal surface of substrate; and a primary release sheet having a proximal surface and a distal surface, being in two portions that are disposed releasably adherently to the proximal surface of the adhesive layer. The device has transferable markings on the proximal surface of the second portion of the primary release sheet, where the transferable markings are substantially aligned with the markings on the substrate.

Abstract: A wound dressing including an absorbent core defining opposed proximal and distal surfaces. A perforated skin adherent facing layer is secured to a proximal surface of the absorbent core and a liquid impervious, vapor permeable backing layer is connected to a distal surface of the absorbent core. The backing layer defines at least one compliant element disassociated from the distal surface of the absorbent core and including at least one ridge extending outwardly relative to the distal surface of the absorbent core.

Abstract: This present invention concerns a cover layer that is impermeable to the active substances and/or a removable protective layer of a transdermal therapeutic system, comprising a thermoplastic film which either directly contains the absorbing agents and channel-forming agents or is coated with a polymer support (thermoplast) containing these substances. The polymer support can either be applied over the entire surface of the film or in patterns, directly during production. The thermoplastic film that is used and the polymer support can be made from either the same or different materials.

Abstract: Adhesive bandage or surgical dressing having markings or indicia providing or associated with wound care instructions. The present invention allows for the placement over a wound an adhesive bandage that clearly indicates information about what treatment the wound or patient should receive.

Abstract: To provide an adhesive dressing that allows a wearer to determine growth of bacteria, if any, as early as possible when the adhesive dressing is staying on the skin of the wearer for wound healing. The adhesive dressing includes a see-through backing made of a silicone material and four circular keepers provided on one surface of the backing. The keepers are impregnated with chemical compositions that change in color to the extent that the color change is visible to the naked eye when bacteria in a wound grow. The conditions to trigger the color change varies from composition to composition. An adhesive is applied along the periphery of the backing. When bacteria grow in the wound, the change in color of the chemical compositions impregnated in the keepers can be visually checked through the backing. This contributes to prompt and early treatment of infected wounds.

Abstract: A method for reducing pressure damage to skin of a person includes determining a location on the person susceptible to pressure damage, and adhesively securing a skin protective device to the location. The skin protective device includes a substrate having an inner surface, and an outer surface. An adhesive layer substantially covers the inner surface, and at least one fluid-filled cell is on the outer surface to cushion the skin of the person.

Abstract: Garments that are an absorption pad holding system used during post tumescent liposuction drainage recovery. These garments with rows of inside pockets will secure retail maxi pads and/or medical pads in a, but not limited to, stretchable, breathable, leak proof and washable material. These user friendly garments after being filled with pads, can be easily wrapped around various parts of the body. The garment can be easily adjusted with the Velcro closure.

Abstract: A surgical bandage for treating a wound that allows various fluids or fluid-like substances including cyanoacrylate adhesives to be applied. The surgical bandage has a wound treatment portion for being placed over a wound and a place for a flowable cyanoacrylate adhesive or any other fluid or fluid-like substance to be applied to the underlying wound (laceration, surgical incision or other tissue separation). A source is used to apply the cyanoacrylate or other fluid to the wound treatment portion flowing through at least one opening of the wound treatment portion to the underlying wound and its surrounding area either by direct application or from a non-contact distance. The surgical bandage allows for direct visualization before, during and after its application. The surgical bandage allows for removal of blood or any fluid that may be present in, on or around the wound by blotting or wiping.

Abstract: An external wound dressing retainer includes a frame having an opening substantially surrounded by the frame, wherein the opening is bounded by a plurality of edges, wherein the frame includes a first side and a second side including an adhesive for adherence to skin of a patient; a flap having a plurality of edges, wherein the dimensions of the flap substantially correspond to the dimensions of the opening, and the flap is attached to the frame via a corresponding edge of the flap and the frame; and a sealing mechanism for releasably engaging non-attached edges of the flap to corresponding non-attached edges of the frame. The sealing mechanism is a zipper arrangement that includes complementary interlocking first and second grooves situated on the non-attached edges of the flap and the frame, respectively, further comprising a sliding element adapted to sealably join the first groove to the second groove.

Abstract: A dressing and a method of manufacturing a dressing. The dressing comprising an absorbent support fabric (2), and a polyester fiber sheet (1) attached to one surface of the absorbent support fabric to provide a wicking path such that exudates contacting an outer surface of the fiber sheet are wicked to the absorbent support fabric. The outer surface of the polyester fiber sheet is heat treated to hinder individual fibers from extending out of the surface and thereby produce a glazed effect. This glazed surface inhibits the dressing from sticking to a wound, and impedes exudate transported within the dressing from returning to the dressing surface.

Abstract: A two-ply bandage for treatment of skin while providing orthopedic support having a first layer of gel for contacting the skin and a second layer of an elastic and supportive loop portion of a hook and loop fastener. The product is economically manufactured in the form of long rolls or as a sheet and is easily cut to any desired shape.

Abstract: A two-ply bandage for treatment of skin while providing orthopedic support having a first layer of gel for contacting the skin and a second layer of an elastic and supportive loop portion of a hook and loop fastener. The product is economically manufactured in the form of long rolls or as a sheet and is easily cut to any desired shape.

Abstract: Medical adhesive dressings are disclosed having handle members adhered to polymeric film layers by a layer of adhesive which adheres firmly to the polymeric film layer, but does not adhere to skin or to the silicone coated surface of a release liner. A portion of the handle extends beyond an edge of the polymeric film to facilitate separation of the film from the release liner, and handling thereof during application to a patient. The adhesive adhering the polymeric film to the patient's skin is more aggressive with respect to the patient's skin than the adhesive on the undersurface of the handle is to the polymeric film, whereby the handle can be peeled away from the polymeric film after the film has been applied to the patient.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive adhesive articles and methods, particularly stretch removable adhesive articles that are preferably for use in adhering to skin or like delicate surfaces. Preferably, stretch removability of the article occurs as a result of the selection of a stretch removable pressure sensitive adhesive. In one embodiment of the articles and methods, the adhesive and backing delaminate upon removal. In another embodiment of the articles and methods, the backing includes a predefined tab located in a central location of the backing.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a wound dressing includes a wound treatment composition including at least one absorbent or adsorbent compound contained within a sheath having an operatively inner and an operatively outer wall. A surface of the operatively inner wall of the wound dressing, that is to contact a wound in use, is a substantially smooth continuous surface conveniently of a plastic inner wall, selected for easy release from a wound. The inner wall is perforated to enable exudates or slough to pass therethrough. In some embodiments, a wound treatment composition includes an absorbent material, preferably silica, for adsorbing moisture on or around a wound and a collagen, conveniently gelatin.

Abstract: A patch comprising a backing layer and a adhesive layer formed on the back face of the backing layer wherein a woven fabric or a nonwoven fabric made of a rayon and pulp fiber mixture is employed as the backing layer and the mixing ratio thereof is from 3:7 to 7:3. When employed in taping a finger, a wrist, an ankle, neck, an elbow, a knee or the like, the patch would not soon curl up or peel off at an overlapping part. After the patch is adhered and then stripped off, no fiber piece remains on the pressure-sensitive adhesive face of the backing layer so that the adhesive force of the patch can be sustained in the case of re-adhesion.

Abstract: A planar wound dressing for the heel of the foot, having an adhesive layer with a backing layer, and three slits which can be reversibly closed and joined to form a non-planar wound dressing that conforms to and adheres to the heel of the foot. The wound dressing is constructed so that one slit is placed over the Achilles tendon, the second slit is placed over the inner ankle, and the third slit is placed over the outer ankle. With this orientation after closure of the slits the wound dressing covers the heel uniformly without wrinkles, gaps, leakage, contamination, or infection. The wound dressing is particularly useful in protecting and preventing blisters on the heel that occur in sports such as soccer, track, and the like.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cooling article comprising a polymer absorbent enclosed within a bag delimited by a collapsible envelope having non-watertight walls, wherein said polymer absorbent is under the form of particles each of which comprises a core of less cross-linked polymer sequences more active in retaining absorbed water and a shell of more cross-linked polymer sequences apt to retard diffusion of water from a particle to another during desorption of absorbed water.

Abstract: An ultra thin film transdermal, dermal, transmucosal, mucosal pharmaceutical delivery system is disclosed, which has a handle adhered by a first adhesive to an ultra thin film layer. The opposite side of the ultra thin film is coated with a second adhesive layer, and carries an active ingredient. The handle adheres firmly to the ultra thin film layer, but does not adhere to skin, mucosa, or the silicone coated surface of a release liner. A portion of the handle extends beyond an edge of the ultra thin film to facilitate separation of the film from the release liner, and handling thereof. The second adhesive is more aggressive with respect to the patient's skin than the first adhesive is with respect to the surface of the ultra thin film, whereby the handle can be peeled away from the ultra thin film after the film has been applied to the patient.

Abstract: A wound dressing comprising an absorbent pad, an adhesive layer, and a backing layer is described, along with a dressing support layer configured to retain and deliver the wound dressing to a wound, the dressing support layer having a radial configuration that forms a plurality of alternating covered and uncovered portions of the backing layer along the perimeter of the wound dressing.

Abstract: Advancements in bandages for treating puncture wounds shown and described herein include sealed bandage with flexible adhesive strips disposed on more rigid carriers with at least one separation line. Bending the sealed bandages separates the carrier along the path of the separation line(s) to thereby pull the strip away from the carrier in the vicinity of the separation line such that at least a portion of the carrier may be pulled from the strip and the bandage applied to a patient. This abstract is provided for the sole purpose of complying with the rules requiring an abstract to allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure contained herein. This abstract is submitted with the express understanding that it will not be used to interpret or to limit the scope or the meaning of the claims.

Abstract: An adhesive bandage allows one-handed (single-finger) lifting and placing, whereby the bandage can be quickly lifted from a supply container and accurately placed on a skin wound. The bandage consists of a tape whose upper surface has a finger-spot adhesive, and whose lower surface has adhesive for skin adhesion, and has a compressible-resilient pad for determinate pressure on a bleeding wound. Recessed embodiments are also taught. A tabbed-tissue is adhered to the bandage top as a separator in a supply container with a plurality of bandages, the tab useful as an alternative for lifting and placing the bandage.

Abstract: A modular bandage for treating wounds located on highly contoured, non-planar regions of a person includes a standoff for placement near the wound, and a sheet of material for forming a sealed environment over the wound in conjunction with the standoff. The modular bandage may further include a heater to thermally regulate the sealed environment formed by the standoff and the sheet of material. A sheet of material for such a bandage may include various uniform or compound structures.

Abstract: A two-ply bandage for treatment of skin while providing orthopedic support having a first layer of gel for contacting the skin and a second layer of an elastic and supportive loop portion of a hook and loop fastener. The product is economically manufactured in the form of long rolls or as a sheet and is easily cut to any desired shape.

Abstract: A conformable adhesive article for use as a sterile medical dressing is described. The article includes a breathable polymeric matrix, a plurality of phases, and an adhesive composition positioned on the polymeric matrix. The plurality of phases preferably provide reinforcement and stiffness to the article. The article permits transport of moisture across the breathable polymeric matrix, preferably at an Inverted water moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 300 g/m2/24 hours.

Abstract: A printable bandage system including a non-stick sheet and at least one bandage removably secured to the non-stick sheet. The bandage includes a printable portion configured to receive the printing of an image thereon.

Abstract: An elongate rectilinear strip of skin barrier material is disclosed, such strip being of generally uniform triangular cross section through its length, such triangle having at least two, and preferably three, unequal sides. The strip may be cut to desired length and formed, stretched and/or molded by a user into a generally circular shape or into some other shape that extends about and follows the outline of a wound or stoma.

Abstract: The patch agent of the present invention is a patch agent comprising a support made of a synthetic fiber and an adhesive layer mounted on the support, and having a bending resistance of 10 to 30 mm and a probe tack value of 0.25 to 1.2 N. The patch agent of the present invention can fully be prevented from peeling off at the time of application and can fully suppress the rash of skin and the pain upon peeling.

Abstract: To provide a bandage pad for chemical peels that is designed to be stuck on the skin so that the condition of the skin is visually checked while the bandage pad is staying on the skin. A bandage pad for chemical peels comprises a transparent silicone film backing and a chemical peeling agent spread over the entire surface of one side of the film backing. Grooves are formed in the surface of the film backing in both vertical and horizontal directions to define a matrix of small divisions. The divisions are easily separable from each other. When undesirable reactions are observed on the skin, only the division corresponding to the affected site of the skin can be removed immediately.

Abstract: This invention relates to ink compositions that includes a stable nonpolyethylene-containing aqueous dispersion of pigment and particles of a urethane polymer Preferably the composition further includes a cross-linker capable of cross-linking the urethane polymer. The compositions are useful for printing on flexible or elastomeric substrates. These ink compositions demonstrate increase durability, in particular abrasion resistance, abrasion resistance during stretch and water resistance.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive adhesive articles and methods, particularly stretch removable adhesive articles that are preferably for use in adhering to skin or like delicate surfaces. The articles include tapered terminal portions to control release characteristics. Preferably, stretch removability of the article occurs as a result of the selection of a stretch removable pressure sensitive adhesive. In some embodiments of the articles and methods, the adhesive and backing delaminate upon removal. In other embodiments of the articles and methods, the backing includes a predefined tab located in a central location of the backing.

Abstract: A bandage for protecting the skin of an infant's stomach surrounding an umbilical cord stump from the irritating effects of medicinal solutions. The bandage is substantially flat and has an absorbent upper surface, a substantially nonabsorbent lower surface, and a circular central cutout wherefrom the umbilical cord stump may be extended. The bandage has a flap closure portion comprising a bottom flap and an overlapping top flap. The top flap has adhesive on its lower surface whereby the top flap maybe attached to the bottom flap. In use, the bandage is placed on the infant's stomach with the umbilical cord stump extending therefrom. Then, the lower surface of the top flap is attached to the underlying bottom flap. With the protective bandage in place, a variety of solutions may be applied to the umbilical cord stump without irritating the sensitive skin of the infant's stomach.

Abstract: A wound dressing comprising an absorbent pad, an adhesive layer, and a backing layer is described, along with a dressing support layer configured to retain and deliver the wound dressing to a wound, the dressing support layer having a radial configuration that forms a plurality of alternating covered and uncovered portions of the backing layer along the perimeter of the wound dressing.

Abstract: A hospital type of bandage integrates an absorbent pad and non-stick layer with a fluid-impermeable outer layer and an adhesive in a single composite structure. In a preferred embodiment the invention further includes means which may be used to turn the bandage inside out upon removal, so that surfaces once contacting a patient are no longer externally exposed. A bandage according to the invertible embodiment preferably includes a pocket formed on the side of the bandage facing away from the patient after application, this pocket being large enough to accommodate at least a portion of a human hand, and inside this pocket and located opposite the entrance is a means for grasping which may be pulled outwardly through pocket opening, thereby inverting the entire structure. Various forms of devices for grasping are possible as alternatives, including a string, a tab and a tab with one or more finger-receiving holes.

Abstract: A transparent film dressing for wounds and intravenous catheter sites and a method for applying such a dressing and a process for making the same are provided. The film dressing has a top layer optionally printed with a measuring guide. The top layer acts as a casting sheet for the second layer of a moisture vapor permeable film. The moisture vapor permeable film may be coated with an adhesive and covered with a silicone coated protective paper or film. The film dressing may also have a tab and/or gripping strip for removal of layers and/or application of the dressing to a patient. The film dressing may be applied to the patient with the top layer printed with a the measuring guide. Alternatively, the top layer may be removed.

Abstract: Claimed is a non-porous, waterproof film having a water vapor permeability of at least 1000 g/m2 day, based on a thermoplastic polyurethane, wherein the polyurethane is composed of a) 40 to 52 wt. % of polyether glycol having an atomic ratio of carbon to oxygen in the range of 2,0 to 4,3, with at least 30 wt. % of the polyurethane being composed of a polyether glycol having an atomic ratio of carbon to oxygen in the range of 2,0 to 2,4, b) 30 to 45 wt. % of polyisocyanate, calculated as 4,4′-diphenyl methane diisocyanate, c) 0,5 to 10 wt. % of araliphatic diol, and d) 5 to 20 wt. % of low-molecular weight chain extender, calculated as 1,4-butane diol, less the amount of araliphatic diol. Also claimed is the use of these films in rainwear, shoes, tents, seats, as mattress covers, as understating, in garments for medical purposes, and for the manufacture thereof of wound dressings.

Abstract: An adhesive sheet for application on skin contains a supporting film, an elastomer film and an adhesive layer laminated in this order, wherein the adhesive layer mainly contains an acrylic polymer and both the adhesive layer and the supporting film contain a component compatible with the acrylic polymer and liquid or pasty at ordinary temperature.

Abstract: A highly conformable and absorbent polymeric foam wound dressing is disclosed, such dressing being particularly useful in preventing pooling of fluid in a draining wound while at the same time maintaining surrounding skin surfaces in a relatively dry state.