A cylinder-shaped cover with one open-end, pulls over the Perineal Post Pad and fastens with drawstrings around the Perineal Post. The disposable cover is manufactured from disposable medical spunbond fabric.
- Protects the patient’s genetalia
- Product can be sterilised
- Product has multiple uses
- Eliminates possibilities of cross infection
- Lightweight
- Fits nicely in bed
Position the Perineal Post Pad on the Perineal Post. Ensure that the Perineal Post Pad is well seated between the patient’s legs and that the patient’s genetalia are not folded or compressed against the Perineal Post Pad.
Foam:
Polyurethane flexible foam (PUR). According to REACH Regulation (EU Regulation 1907/2006EC)
polyurethane foams have to be considered as ‘articles’. They are identified as industrial polymers. Polyurethane foams are not considered to be hazardous products, nor as preparations of dangerous substances.
Fabric:
Two-way stretch (less risk of pressure sores)
Waterproof (protection of the underlying cushion)
Impermeable to blood, urine (protection of the underlying cushion from fluid ingress and consequent deterioration of the cushion core)
Breathable (approximately 500g/m²/24h at 37°C/65% R.H. inverted cup method)
Disinfectable textile by just wiping the surface
Washable up to 40°C (reusable)
Tumbler resistant (low heat)
Biocompatible
Flame retardant to BS7175 Crib 5 and X-ray transparent
Anti-static to BS2050 (operation theatres)
Valve:
Medical-grade, vacuum pressure valve.
Commercial product name: Chirulen 1020.
These products are ‘articles’ according to the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
Manufactured out of:
Body and Moving Parts: Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (PE-UHMW)
CAS number: 9002-88-4
O-Rings: Polybutadiene acrylonitrile rubber (nitrile rubber)
CAS number: 9005-98-5
