McKesson 8-Ply Sterile Gauze Sponges
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About McKesson 8-Ply Sterile Gauze Sponges
Overall Feedback:
70% positive
69% praised for its excellent absorbency, but 31% found it lacked absorbency
The gauze absorbs liquid well but becomes messy.
65% praised the breathable layering, but 35% found it too thick
The gauze sticks to wounds and is thin and stiff.
I compared the breathability of a gauze pad with a Walmart single-pad and a Curity single-pad (both 8-ply) and found a significant difference, which surprised me.
69% found it gentle on skin, but 31% experienced irritation
The gauze I received is thinner and less substantial than what I got in the hospital, so it may not be suitable for all use cases.
If left on as a gauze patch to absorb bodily fluid, the woven material sticks to the wound.
The gauze is thin, stiff and sticks to wounds.
I compared the 8-ply gauze pad with a Walmart single-pad and a Curity single-pad (both 8-ply) and found a significant difference.
67% appreciated the easy-to-use design, but 33% found it difficult to apply
If left on as a patch to absorb bodily fluid, the woven material of the gauze sticks to the wound.
The last shipment came crushed in a shipping bag without a closed box to protect the individual wrappers.
I found a significant difference in quality when comparing the gauze pad with other similar products. I attribute this to the lack of clarity in the company's definition of 8-ply.
65% appreciated the generous size, but 35% found it too small
The gauze is the perfect size for my needs to keep my incisions healing.
I have compared the size and shape of the gauze with other products and found a significant difference, which has left me shocked.
While changing the gauze, it got stuck on my wound, indicating that the size and shape of the gauze may not be ideal for easy removal.
