Monitoring incisions after surgery is critical to reducing the risk of surgical site infections, and dressing selection plays a significant role in how an incision is protected post-operatively. 3M offers a range of dressings that can meet the needs of you and your patients and help facilitate a quicker return to activities of daily life¹. Learn about selecting the right post-operative dressing. (PDF, 231 KB)

For small to large incisions, Tegaderm absorbent clear acrylic dressings offer a waterproof¹, transparent² barrier—allowing active monitoring and early intervention without disturbing the incision³.

Plus, extended wear time⁴ of up to 7 days allows for patients to shower and return more quickly to daily activities¹.

Learn more about Tegaderm absorbent clear acrylic dressings. (PDF, 250 KB)

Read the clinical case study summary to learn how the dressing performed with various surgical cases. (PDF, 375 KB)

This all-in-one sterile⁸ dressing features a breathable⁹ soft cloth tape backing with a unique non-adherent pad⁶. This post-surgical dressing can be used on areas where swelling or movement⁹ is expected on light to moderately draining wounds.

View the application and removal guide. (PDF, 575 KB)

1 3M data on file. EM-05-014684
2 3M data on file. EM-05-000138
3 3M data on file. EM-05-000003
4 3M data on file. EM-05-104692, EM-05-014725
5 3M data on file. EM-05-004007
6 3M data on file. EM-05-LIMS-7438
7 3M data on file. EM-05-162461
8 3M data on file. EM-05-004013
9 3M data on file. EM-05-261014