Gauze
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Gauze is a soft, absorbent dressing for cleaning, covering, and protecting wounds. Offered in sterile or non-sterile options and in both woven and low-lint non-woven pads, it manages fluids efficiently while staying gentle on skin. Choose sizes and plies to match your task—from post-procedure care to everyday first aid. Reliable, versatile, and economical, it’s the go-to consumable for clinics and well-stocked kits.
Description
Gauze is a soft, highly absorbent dressing used to clean, cushion, and protect wounds. It is an essential item in hospitals, dental clinics, first-aid rooms, and home care kits. The pads are made from woven cotton or non-woven fibers that draw fluids away from the wound while allowing air exchange. Edges are finished to reduce lint, and the material folds easily to build thickness where extra absorption is needed.
Key features
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High absorbency for blood and exudate management
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Soft, non-irritating surface for patient comfort
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Available sterile or non-sterile to match procedure needs
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Options in woven cotton or low-lint non-woven constructions
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Common sizes such as 2×2, 3×3, and 4×4 inches; multiple plies for capacity
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Easy to handle, fold, and secure with tape or bandages
Primary benefits
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Supports a clean field during procedures and dressing changes
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Helps protect the wound from friction and contamination
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Versatile for packing, wiping, blotting, and cushioning
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Cost-effective consumable for high-throughput clinical settings
Typical applications
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General wound care and post-operative dressings
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Dental and minor surgical procedures for fluid control
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First aid for cuts, abrasions, and nosebleeds
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Skin cleansing, ointment application, and instrument wipe-downs
How it compares
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Non-woven gauze sheds less lint and offers fast wicking; ideal for delicate tissues and low-residue cleanup.
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Woven cotton gauze is durable, drapable, and familiar for packing and protection.
Quality considerations
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Choose sterile pads for invasive procedures and non-sterile for general cleanup.
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Select size and ply based on wound size and drainage level, following your facility’s protocol.
