Dressing Changes; Dressing Removal - Medela Invia Mode D'emploi

Dressing changes

– Dressings Organ Contact Layer (OCL), foam, transparent film and FitPad) should be
changed no later than 48 – 72 hours.
– The frequency of dressing changes should be based on an evaluation of patient condition
rather than standard recommendations.
– In the event of heavy drainage, drainage with sediment or infected wounds, more frequent
dressing changes may be needed.
– Check dressings regularly and monitor the wound to check for signs of infection. If there are
any signs of systemic infection or advancing infection at the wound site, contact the treating
physician immediately.
The total therapy time should not exceed 30 days.

Dressing removal

a. Turn the pump off.
b. Close the clamp on the dressing tubing.
c. Close the clamp on the pump tubing.
d. Disconnect pump tubing from dressing tubing by pressing on the sides of the
Quick-connector.
e. Remove the transparent film from the skin by gently pulling parallel with the skin.
f. Remove the foam from the wound.
Ensure the same number of foam pieces that were placed in the wound
has been removed.
If foam adheres to wound margins, apply normal saline into the dressing and wait for
15 – 30 minutes before gently removing the foam.
g. Carefully lift the Organ Contact Layer (OCL) out of the abdominal cavity.
Check that the OCL is intact and that no pieces are left in the abdominal cavity
h. Dispose of the dressing components in accordance with local guidelines.
i. Prepare the wound for the next dressing as described under "Prepare the open abdominal
wound".
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