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Who Uses This Product? Medical professionals use 3M Duropore Surgical Tape in a variety of settings and applications to hold wound dressings, medical tubes, or other medical devices.
Why They Love It: The high-strength tape is made with a strong, silk-like cloth that prevents skin irritation while keeping tubes, devices, or dressings securely in place. It features 360-degree easy tearing to create the desired length and width for the job.
3M Durapore Surgical Tape Overview
With a reputation for strength and skin-friendly adhesives, the 3M Durapore Surgical Tape is a trusted brand that truly holds up to the rigorous demands of the medical industry. Durapore tape is constructed out of silk-like cloth with a durable adhesive. It's pliable and gentle to minimize skin irritation upon removal. This multipurpose silk cloth tape provides a firm hold to the skin when maintaining a primary dressing or medical device such as a catheter or nasogastric tube.
Choose from a variety of 3M Durapore Surgical Tape widths and lengths, with single-use roll options to help control the risk of cross-contamination and exposure to bacteria around vulnerable sites.
Features and Benefits
- Single-Patient Rolls Reduce the Risk of Cross-Contamination
- Strong Adhesive Secures Tubes and Medical Devices to the Skin
- Holds Non-Adherent Dressings
- Easy-Tear Application Can Be Torn in Both Directions
- Tears in Both Directions for Custom Sizes
- Durable, Skin-Safe Adhesive
- Strong Securement for Medical Use
- Gently Lifts for Increased Patient Comfort
Easy-Tear Material
Reducing the number of steps in a routine medical procedure is a must as hospitals look for ways to save time and money. Durapore Tape features easy-tear material that eliminates the need to cut the tape with scissors. The tape also has bi-directional tearing, accommodating custom sizes in both lengthwise and crosswise directions.
Confident, High-Strength Securement
3M Durapore Surgical Tape Patient comfort is a top priority. Securing a medical device to the skin not only aids in patient comfort but allows for movement with peace of mind. 3M Durapore Tape provides high-strength adhesion for up to 72 hours when placed on dry skin. Its staying power stems from the adhesive and the non-stretch material that supports and upholds dressings and medical tubing without lifting or sagging.
Clinical Applications & Uses for Durapore Surgical Tape
- Urinary catheters
- Nasogastric tubes
- Orogastric tubes
- Medical tubes with dry conditions
- Dressing securement
- Short-term securement of endotracheal tubes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Micropore and Durapore tape?
Both are medical tapes by 3M. Micropore is a transparent paper tape, and Durapore is a silk-like cloth tape.
Is 3M Durapore Medical Tape breathable?
Yes. The cloth material is breathable.
Can Durapore Tape be used with a barrier film?
It will depend on the hospital protocol; however, the manufacturer does specify that the 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier complements the tape when a patient needs another protective layer due to adhesive allergy.
Is it transparent?
No, it is white.
How long can this tape stay in contact with the skin?
The manufacturer specifies that the adhesion lasts 72 hours, but it can remain on the skin as long as the adhesion integrity allows.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: 3M
- Brand: Durapore
- Product Numbers: 1538-0, 1538-1, 1538-2, 1538-3, 1538S-1, 1538S-2
- Standard Sizes: .5 Inches x 10 Yards, 1 Inch x 10 Yards, 2 Inches x 10 Yards
- Single-Use Sizes: 1 Inch x 1.5 Yards, 2 Inches x 1.5 Yards
- Color: White
- Material: Silk-Like
- Latex Indicator: Not Made With Natural Rubber Latex
- Application: Medical Tape
- HCPCS Code: A4452
Product Manuals and Important Documents
Sell Sheet includes information about the products adhesive technology with the complete list of order numbers for the length options.
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