All in one sterile dressing reduces application time.  A bacterial and viral barrier  helps prevent external bacteria and contaminants from entering the site.  A waterproof barrier  patient may bathe or shower without removing dressing.  Conforms to body contours, providing comfort.  Available in film dressing only, or with film dressing and non-adherent absorbent pad.  Breathable film allows skin to function normally with good exchange of moisture vapour and oxygen.  Provides moist wound environment to enhance healing and lessen pain.  Laboratory testing has proven 3M™ Tegaderm and Tegaderm HP Transparent Dressings provide a viral (HIV-1 and HBV) barrier while dressings remain intact without leakage.
Suggested Applications are Post-surgical dressings especially on areas where swelling or movement is expected. Superficial and partial thickness wounds, lacerations, abrasions and burns and light to moderately draining wounds.