Dynarex Tracheostomy Sponge, 4 x 4 Inches, 12 Ply

The Dynarex Tracheostomy Sponge is a sterile, 12-ply, 100% cotton gauze sponge specifically designed for dressing and protecting the skin around tracheostomy sites. The inverted lock stitch construction leaves no exposed threads at the edges, eliminating the risk of loose fiber contact with sensitive stoma tissue. The non-linting design prevents fiber fallout when opening the package and during placement, helping maintain a clean and uncontaminated site. At 12-ply, these sponges provide substantial absorbency to manage drainage and moisture around the tracheostomy tube, supporting a dry and comfortable site environment between dressing changes. Each sponge is sterile and packaged in a peel-down pouch for convenient aseptic handling, making them appropriate for use in hospital, long-term care, and home care settings.

Key Benefits & Features

• Inverted Lock Stitch Construction: The edges of each sponge are finished with an inverted lock stitch that leaves no exposed threads, protecting the sensitive tissue surrounding the tracheostomy stoma from loose fibers or thread ends that could cause irritation or contamination.
• Non-Linting Design: Engineered to prevent fiber fallout when the package is opened and during use, reducing the risk of lint or cotton fibers entering or irritating the tracheostomy site.
• 12-Ply 100% Cotton Gauze: The thick, multi-layer pure cotton construction delivers high absorbency to effectively manage drainage and secretions around the tracheostomy tube, helping keep the stoma site dry and comfortable.
• Sterile Packaging: Each sponge is individually sterile, maintaining aseptic integrity until the package is opened, which is critical for use at tracheostomy sites where infection prevention is a priority.
• Peel-Down Pouches for Aseptic Handling: Sponges are packaged in easy-open peel-down pouches that allow for convenient, one-handed aseptic presentation, minimizing the risk of contamination during dressing changes.
• Designed Specifically for Tracheostomy Sites: The sponge dimensions and construction are tailored for tracheostomy tube dressing applications, providing reliable coverage and absorption at the stoma and surrounding skin.

Who Should Be Using This?

Dynarex Tracheostomy Sponges are appropriate for patients with tracheostomy tubes who require regular stoma site dressing changes, and for the caregivers and healthcare professionals who manage those dressing changes. They are suitable for use in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home care settings under the guidance of a clinician or respiratory care practitioner.

How Do You Use or Apply This Product?

Open the peel-down pouch using aseptic technique and present the sponge without contaminating the sterile surface. Clean and prepare the tracheostomy site as directed by a clinician. Place the sponge around the base of the tracheostomy tube so that it covers the stoma and surrounding skin. Secure the sponge in place with tracheostomy ties or as directed. Change the sponge when it becomes saturated, soiled, or as clinically indicated.