What are Opsite dressings used for?
OPSITE Post-Op Visible (OPOV) is a post-operative dressing that has been developed to protect the wound from bacteria in the environment and absorb blood or other fluid exuding from the wound.
Can you use antiseptic spray on cesarean?
Do not apply antiseptic cream or any other product to the wound unless advised by your midwife or doctor. Dissolvable stitches will usually disappear on their own in 7-10 days. Non dissolvable stitches may be removed at 5-7 days after being assessed by the midwife that they are ready to come out.
What dressing is used for C section?
All participants undergoing primary cesarean section will receive a silver impregnated antimicrobial wound dressing (Mepilex Border AG), postoperative. All participants will receive an adherent soft silicone silver impregnated anti-microbial occlusive foam dressing after cesarean section.
How do you clean an infected C section incision?
Wound abscesses are also treated with antibiotics and require special care. Your doctor will open the incision throughout the infected area, and then drain the pus. After the area is carefully washed, your doctor will prevent pus accumulation by putting an antiseptic with gauze on it.
When do you use Opsite dressing?
OPSITE is indicated for the management of: Superficial wounds, such as shallow pressure sores, minor burns, cuts and abrasions. Use as a secondary dressing, for example over INTRASITE◊ Gel Amorphous Hydrogel Dressing or ALLEVYN◊ Cavity Wound Dressing.
How long does c-section take to heal inside?
Just like with any surgery, your body needs time to heal afterward. Expect to stay in the hospital for three to four days after your delivery (longer if there are complications), and give your body up to six weeks to fully heal.
What can opsite be used for in wound care?
OPSITE* Transparent Adhesive Film Dressing may be used for primary or secondary fixation. Provides waterproof wound coverage and reduces the risk of infection from airborne bacteria, urine and feces.
When to use opsite as a secondary dressing?
Use as a secondary dressing, for example over INTRASITE ◊ Gel Amorphous Hydrogel Dressing or ALLEVYN ◊ Cavity Wound Dressing. To provide catheter fixation. OPSITE may be used on clinically infected wounds if the following precautions are followed:
Are there any non obstetric indications for cesarean section?
Non-obstetric problems constitute a large part of indications for cesarean section. Many ophthalmologists and obstetricians still believe that high myopia, the presence of peripheral retinal degenerations, history of retinal detachment surgery, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma are indications for surgical termination of pregnancy.
When to use opsite transparent adhesive film dressing?
OPSITE* Transparent Adhesive Film Dressing may be used on clinically infected wounds if the following precautions are followed: The patient should be under medical/clinical supervision. The dressing should be changed daily. The patient should be receiving suitable systemic treatment.