1655 - Solventum Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/2", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/2", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

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The Solventum Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing (SKU 1655) is a sterile, waterproof, and breathable securement dressing designed for peripheral and central vascular access sites. This 3 1/2 inch x 4 1/2 inch (9 cm x 11.5 cm) dressing features a reinforced cloth border and a specialized notched design to fit snugly around catheter hubs and lumens. The high-clarity transparent window allows for continuous clinical monitoring of the insertion site, while the reinforced perimeter provides the extra stabilization and durability required to prevent edge-lift in high-movement areas.

Key Features

• Reinforced Cloth Border: Features a non-woven, soft cloth perimeter that increases adhesive surface area and provides superior resistance to "edge-lift," ensuring the dressing remains secure for its full wear time.
• Specialized Notched Design: Specifically engineered with a deep notch to accommodate catheter tubing and hubs, allowing for a more secure and contoured fit around the device.
• Waterproof and Viral Barrier: Effectively blocks external liquids and microorganisms—including viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger—while the dressing remains intact, protecting the patient and the site from environmental contamination.
• High Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR): Designed with advanced film technology that allows for exceptional breathability, keeping the skin dry and reducing the risk of moisture-related skin damage (MASD) under the dressing.
• Continuous Site Visibility: The transparent window provides a clear view of the catheter insertion site, enabling healthcare providers to monitor for signs of infection or complication without disturbing the dressing.
• Securement Strips and Documentation Label: Typically includes sterile tape strips for additional catheter anchoring and a pre-printed label for documenting dressing change dates and times.

Ideal Clinical Applications

• Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Securement: Ideal for jugular and subclavian central lines where high-strength stabilization and a sterile barrier are paramount.
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC): Provides the necessary footprint and adhesive strength to secure PICC lines on the upper arm.
• Peripheral IV Management: Used for standard IV sites in patients where a bordered dressing is preferred for added durability against friction from clothing or bedsheets.
• Midline Catheters: Offers a secure, sterile cover for midline access devices, accommodating the catheter hub while keeping the insertion site visible.
• Arterial Lines: Provides reliable securement and protection for arterial catheters that require frequent monitoring.

Product Details

Brand: Tegaderm™ Solventum (formerly 3M™)

Product Type: IV Securement Dressing with Adhesive-Free Window

Compatible With: Central Venous Catheters (CVCs), PICC lines, arterial catheters, and large-bore peripheral IVs

Latex Status: Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex

Single-Use / Reusable: Single-Use

Packaging

Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/2", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Important Safety Information

Drug Patch Contraindication: Do not use this dressing to cover medicated drug delivery patches (e.g., fentanyl or nicotine). The occlusive nature of the film can dangerously increase the rate of drug absorption, potentially leading to an overdose.

Skin Tension Warning: Do not stretch the dressing during application. Applying the film or the reinforced border under tension can cause mechanical skin trauma and tension blisters.

Hemostasis Requirement: Active bleeding must be controlled and adequate hemostasis achieved at the insertion site before applying the dressing to ensure a secure, long-lasting seal.