Smith & Nephew IV3000 9cm x 12cm Ported Dressings x 10

IV3000 Ported Dressings by Smith & Nephew 

IV3000 is a moisture responsive, transparent film dressing, specifically designed to meet the needs of cath. fixation.   IV3000 is made from a unique Reactic* film, which is breathable and significantly more permeable to water vapour than ordinary film. The film is waterproof and impermeable to liquids, bacteria and viruses and while the dressing remains intact it protects the IV site from outside contamination. These properties result in drier cath. sites, reduced skin maceration and lower skin colonisation, thus reducing the risk of infection.   

IV3000 can be applied easily and aseptically, and due to the pattern spread adhesive, pain on removal is reduced. IV3000 is spread with a non-irritating, non-sensitising adhesive.  

One of the most important considerations for IV practitioners is to choose a dressing that protects the site from infection. Guidelines suggest dressings that permit the escape of moisture may be associated with lower rates of skin colonisation helping to prevent related infection.   

With a Moisture Vapour Transmission Rate (MVTR) which is up to eight times higher than that of other transparent dressings, IV3000 helps to ensure a lower risk of bacterial colonisation and a dry site leading to more secure fixation