Medical Adhesive Secures a Golden Mousetrap Award

As wearable medical devices continue to emerge, a growing older population coupled with an increasing incidence of chronic diseases requiring active monitoring is driving the need for durable yet comfortable adhesives, reports John Dugas, global business manager, 3M’s Critical and Chronic Care Solutions Division. “Whether it’s affixed for several hours, a day, or even a week, the device needs to stay attached to do its job,” he said. 3M’s 4076 Extended Wear Medical Tape, launched last August, was recently recognized with a Golden Mousetrap Award in the Materials & Assembly: Adhesives category. “Medical device manufacturers and engineers needed a long-term wear adhesive solution that increases patient comfort and provides a strong and reliable bond in challenging applications when adhering to skin,” Dugas told MD+DI. “The use of 4076 can allow for an extended wear time without negatively impacting the wearer’s comfort or skin health, if used appropriately. In fact, the extended wear capabilities can positively impact the wearer’s quality of life because they won’t have to think about their condition as often. The device won’t need to be changed as frequently—a practice that may help reduce the risk of a medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI).” Dugas pointed to research that supports considerations for holding a device on skin for up to 14 days in Evaluation on How Tape Construction Effects Wear Time: 15-Day Study. 3M’s 4076 Extended Wea...
Source: MDDI - Category: Medical Devices Authors: Tags: MD & M West (Anaheim) Adhesives Source Type: news