Russell Chest Seal

Overview

The Russell Chest Seal is an award-winning hydrogel-based dressing with an integral low-profile, four apertures, valve. The device is used to cover penetrating chest wounds, and the valve mechanism allows air and fluid to escape the pleural cavity without being drawn back in. This aims to minimise lung collapse and facilitate lung re-inflation. The device will remain adhered over many hours and is comfortable for the patient in prolonged use (up to 24 hours).

The Russell Chest Seal has been thoroughly tested and is capable of adhering to the skin despite the presence of fluid or hair. It is a device that possesses the reliability that a clinician needs when treating a penetrating chest injury.

Key Benefits

• Fast, easy and intuitive to apply.

• Four large peripheral apertures allow drainage of air and fluid.

• Large central viewing hole allows quick, accurate placement.

• Low profile and highly flexible