The Opticell Gelling Fiber Wound Dressing in Educational Packaging (4.25″ × 4.25″) is a highly advanced primary dressing designed for managing moderate to heavy exudate in partial- and full-thickness wounds. Manufactured by Opticell / Medline, this sterile, single-use dressing features Chytoform® technology, a chitosan-based fiber matrix that gels on contact with wound exudate—transforming into a clear, conformable gel that traps fluid and supports moist wound healing.
This product is supplied in “educational packaging,” meaning packaging includes clinical education content to support users in wound-care best practices. The 4.25″ x 4.25″ size makes it suitable for smaller to moderate wounds, offering efficient coverage without excess material.
The Opticell dressing is appropriate for a broad range of wound types including surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, donor sites, pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. It supports up to 7-day wear time, depending on drainage, and is latex-free.
Key Features & Benefits
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Chytoform® gel-forming fiber technology transforms absorbent fibers into a gel on contact with exudate—enhancing fluid handling and removal at dressing change.
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Designed for moderate to heavy exuding wounds, yet includes ability to control minor bleeding and various wound depths (partial & full thickness).
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Educational packaging supports clinician and caregiver training on wound-care protocols and product use.
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Up to 7-day wear time when clinically appropriate—reduces dressing changes and increases patient comfort.
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Latex-free and compatible with many wound-care regimens; suitable for use under compression therapy where required.
Applications
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Primary dressing for moderate to heavy exudate wounds: surgical, traumatic, donor site and chronic wounds (pressure injuries, DFUs, VLUs).
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Use when gelling fiber dressings are indicated and absorption, fluid control and ease of removal are clinical objectives.
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Ideal for wound-care clinics, hospital wound-care units, long-term care, and home health where advanced wound management is required.
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Helpful for clinicians training new staff or caregivers, given educational packaging features.
Specifications
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Size: 4.25″ × 4.25″ (approx. 10.8 cm × 10.8 cm)
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Packaging: Educational Packaging (size indicated).
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Brand: Opticell (by Medline Industries)
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Sterility: Sterile, single-use dressing
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Material/Technology: Chitosan-based Chytoform gelling fiber
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Indications: Wounds of partial to full thickness, all drainage levels
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Wear Time: Up to 7 days (depending on wound condition)
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Latex: Latex-free
