- Non-invasive design helps reduce scarring and the risk of infection when compared to sutures and staples
- Provides bacterial and viral protection
- Waterproof barrier enables patients to shower
- May be worn up to 7 days
- Sterile, breathable and comfortable to wear
- Quick and easy closure
- Convenient to use
- Helps reduce need for frequent dressing changes
3M™ Steri-Strip™ Wound Closure System combines the cosmetic benefits of 3M™ Steri-Strip™ Skin Closures and the barrier protection of 3M™ Tegaderm™ Transparent Dressing into one product. The 3M™ Steri-Strip™ Wound Closure System provides convenient, conformable, waterproof coverage of the wound site, protecting wounds from moisture and allowing patients to shower. It is made with a porous, non-woven backing with a hypoallergenic adhesive that is strong, breathable, and comfortable.
Suggested Applications
- Conveniently packaged for arthroscopic surgeries and other applications.
- Ideal for wounds and incisions 2.5 cm or less
- Same day surgery centers
- Skin tears
- Emergency Department
- Operating Room
- Clinics and physician's offices
- Pediatrics - to deter removal of Steri-Strip skin closure by patients/clients/children.
- Same day surgery centres