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Medical adhesive-related skin injuries, a costly but avoidable problem

Medical adhesive-related skin injuries (MARSIs) place a substantial burden on the healthcare system1 As well as causing significant pain and distress for patients, MARSIs can result in:1

MARSIs are largely avoidable when appropriate preventative measures are implemented1

Although there are several types and formulations of medical adhesive remover available, selection of the most appropriate option is important for optimal outcomes.2

Sterile medical adhesive removers are recommended for high-risk patients, including those with open wounds, intravenous access sites, central lines, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEGs), neonates, and immunocompromised individuals.1,2

The use of sterile medical adhesive removers has been shown to:1

Increased risk of complications

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Best-practice guidance recommends that sterile silicone medical adhesive removers should be strongly considered for high-risk patients and considered as part of a risk-management process for all other patients1

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The unique Appeel® of the only available sterile medical adhesive remover

The Appeel Sterile range of medical adhesive removers is ideal for patients with fragile skin It is the only sterile silicone medical adhesive remover available, making it the reassuring choice for use in high-risk patients and those with vascular access devices1,2

• Sterile; use on intact and injured skin

• Helps to reduce skin stripping, pain and risk of infection

• Unique range of applications

• Alcohol-free, no-sting formulation

• Will not impact wound healing

• Healthcare-grade silicones; traceable and produced for purpose

• Dries quickly, leaving the surface ready for adhesion of a new appliance

• Kind to the skin: latex, preservative and fragrance-free

Make Appeel Sterile Medical Adhesive Remover an integral part of your routine to minimise discomfort and help prevent avoidable damage to your patients’ skin

Appeel Sterile is a complete range of fully sterile products

Appeel Sterile Spray • Single patient; multiple use

• No cold sensation

• 100ml can provides extended use

• Sprays at any angle

• Ideal for skin that is too sore to touch

Appeel Sterile Sachet • Single use only

• Unique delivery system

• Suitable for removal of larger appliances

Appeel Sterile Wipes• Single use only

• Removal of small appliances

• Perfect for removing tape around nasogastric tubes

Appeel Sterile Foam Applicator • Single use only

• Removal of adhesive appliances where precision is required

• Perfect for use on infants and delicate areas

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How to use Appeel Sterile Liquid Sachets

Appeel Sterile Liquid Sachets facilitate the quick and easy removal of adhesive appliances, reducing trauma, skin stripping and risk of infection

Visit www.clinimed.co.uk or watch helpful demonstration videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6LBDnp7BtH2icZ0g4IJ-KA to see more on how to use Appeel Sterile Medical Adhesive Remover and the other formats.

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To prevent the fluid from leaking keep the sachet upright. To open the sachet, pinch the pinch point below the tear-off strip and then tear along the perforations on each side

Continue to pinch the sachet at the pinch point, then tip the sachet towards the adhesive appliance and gently release the pressure from the pinch point to control the flow of liquid

Allow the liquid to drip over a permeable adhesive appliance or under a non-permeable adhesive appliance. Gently ease the adhesive appliance from the skin

Use additional sachets if required for larger appliances

While holding the tear-off strip, pull sharply to one side and slightly upwards to reveal the delivery applicator. To maintain sterility do not touch the applicator

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How to order Appeel Sterile Medical Adhesive Remover

For further information please contact the CliniMed® Careline on 0800 036 0100 or visit www.clinimed.co.uk

DT Location: Part IXA-Appliances

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Product Presentation Order Code NHS Supply Chain Code PIP Code

Appeel Sterile Sachet 1 x 10 pack of sachets 3510-10 N/A 354-3063

Appeel Sterile Sachet 1 x 20 pack of sachets 3510-20 EXC028 354-3063

Appeel Sterile Spray 1 x 100ml aerosol 35100 EXC038 392-8579

Appeel Sterile Foam Applicator 1 x 5 pack of foam applicators 3515 EIJ275 387-1225

Appeel Sterile Wipes 1 x 30 pack of wipes 3535 EXC029 362-6983

Help improve patient care and conserve healthcare resources with Appeel Sterile Medical Adhesive Remover

• The only sterile medical adhesive remover available in the UK

• Recommended by international best-practice guidance1

• Ideal for patients with fragile skin and those at high-risk of infection

References: 1. Fumarola S, Allaway R, Callaghan R, et al. Overlooked and underestimated: medical adhesive-related skin injuries. Journal of Wound Care. 2020;29(Sup3c):S1-S24. 2. Barton A. Medical adhesive-related skin injuries associated with vascular access: minimising risk with Appeel Sterile. British Journal of Nursing. 2020;29(8):S20–S27.

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