One front. One fight in confronting antimicrobial resistance (AMR): find out how to tackle the AMR threat in this video, produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, as part of a series presented by MedTech Europe.

In this episode of BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions "Connecting the Dots" we explain how Sorbact® Technology dressings bind, inhibit and remove bacteria without the release of active substances and that they can be a powerful tool for healthcare professionals to combat AMR.

At Essity®, we recognize the importance of tackling AMR and address the growing concern of the “silent pandemic”.

The global threat of AMR is growing, and fast. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that the death toll due to drug-resistant bacteria could reach 10 million a year by 2050.2, 3

We invite you to join us and take a closer look at how Sorbact® Technology dressings can help support our collective effort against AMR.

At least 30% of antibiotics prescribed in

the outpatient setting are unnecessary.1

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) stems from the frequent and particularly inappropriate use of antibiotics to treat infections. Bacteria and fungi adapt, rendering antimicrobials ineffective, permitting their unchecked growth.

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Use Sorbact® Technology dressings to combat AMR

  • Effectively prevents and treats wound infections.4, 5
  • Reduces bioburden6 without antimicrobial agents and may lower the use of antibiotics.7, 8
  • Bacterial and fungal resistance is not expected to occur from the binding of microorganisms.

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How does Sorbact® Technology work

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Your Role in the Effort Against AMR

Effectively tackling AMR requires collective effort.

Whether you're a surgeon, nurse, doctor, pharmacist,

or cargiver:

+ Keep your hands and instruments clean. +

+ Report resistant infections to designated teams. +

+ Educate patients about antibiotics and infections. +

+ Only prescribe and dispense antibiotics when needed. +

Do you want to find out more about tackling antimicrobial resistance?

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Related products: A great team of solutions

Our range of products for infection prevention and infection management in wound care.

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Cutimed® Sorbact®

  • Reduces the bacterial load
  • For a wide range of wounds at all stages in the wound-healing process
  • Comes in various types and sizes
Leukomed Sorbact

Leukomed® Sorbact®

  • Reduces the bacterial load
  • Proven to reduce incidence and cost of surgical site infections
  • Proven to reduce the need for antibiotics 8 9 10 11
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Leukomed® Control 

  • Transparency allows monitoring for infection
  • Bacteria and virus proof
  • Wear time up to 14 days 16
  • Absorbent
  • Permeable to air and water vapor
  • Highly conformable
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Cutimed® DebriClean

  • Strong cleansing efficiency 12 13 14
  • Effective bacterial binding 15
  • Removal of biofilm 12 14 15
  • Superior usability
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Leukoplast® antimicrobial spools

  • More than 99 % MRSA reduction within 6 hours
  • Help prevent cross- transmission of pathogens

MICROBE OF THE MONTH - Newsletter archives

Discover the fascinating world of microbes with Microbe of the Month! This informative newsletter, curated by esteemed infection specialist- Sr. Helen Louden, is designed to provide healthcare professionals with valuable insights into the origins, spread, and impact of common bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Stay informed about their transmission methods, the infections they can cause, and potential antimicrobial resistance. Plus, learn essential infection prevention and control measures to ensure the safety of both patients and healthcare personnel. Delve into our archives to explore a wealth of knowledge on these microscopic organisms that greatly influence our health.

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All references

  1. Fleming-Dutra KE et al. Prevalence of Inappropriate Antibiotic Prescriptions Among US Ambulatory Care Visits, 2010-2011. JAMA. 2016;315(17):1864-1873.
  2. World Health Organization, Global Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance, May 2015.
  3. O’Neill J. Tackling drug-resistant infections globally: Final Report and Recommendations. The Review on Antimicrobial Resistance. 2016.
  4. Stanirowski PJ et al., Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Dialkylcarbamoyl Chloride Impregnated Dressings for the Prevention of Surgical Site Infections in Adult Women Undergoing Cesarean Section. Surg Infect (Larchmt). 2016;17(4):427-435.
  5. Ciprandi et al., Meeting the Challenges in Pediatric Wound Care: Our 15-Year Experience with Dialkylcarbamoyl Chloride-Coated Dressing Technology in Acute and Chronic Wounds. Chronic Wound Care Management and Research. 2022;9:23-33.
  6. Ciliberti M et al., The Effect of a Bacteria- and Fungi-binding Mesh Dressing on the Bacterial Load of Pressure Ulcers Treated with Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: A Pilot Study. Wounds. 2016;28(11):408-420.
  7. Williams K., The Leeds Wound Infection Framework: Development and implementation of a new pathway to improve care. Wounds UK. 2022;18(1):6-110.
  8. Stanirowski PJ et al., Dialkylcarbamoyl chloride-impregnated dressing for the prevention of surgical site infection in women undergoing cesarean section: a pilot study. Arch Med Sci. 2016;12(5):1036-1042.

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