Our strategy is clear; to reduce the risk of skin damage (MARSI) through our innovative and cost-efficient technology.
Human Cost
The incidence rate of MARSI was 15.5% in a study of an elderly patient population1
Economic Cost
Cost calculations put the average cost per MARSI treatment application at ~€1.23—€8.86 per patient over the course of treatmentl
The Opportunity
Total estimated size of the medical dressing market by 20282
The Problem
Older persons (ages 65 and above) today comprise the world’s fastest growing age group. Globally, for the first time in 2018, older persons outnumbered children under the age of five, and by 2050, older persons will outnumber adolescents and youth (ages 15 to 24).
Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injury (MARSI) is a common type of skin injury which is often seen in vulnerable patients with fragile skin such as elderly or paediatric patients. It is caused by trauma to the skin from medical adhesives, and typically manifests as a skin tear, blistering, moist or macerated skin, folliculitis, skin-stripping, or superficially denuded skin.
The Solution
Switching occurs by the use of the Switch Torch supplied by Lumina. Before removal, the dressing is illuminated with the Switch Torch for a few seconds using a specific wavelength of light. The adhesive strength is significantly reduced through illumination and the dressing removal can be performed easily, without causing skin damage.
The Lumina dressing’s consist of a thin polyurethane membrane, coated with a layer of an innovative switchable adhesive. The dressing, which is permeable to both water vapour and oxygen, is impermeable to micro-organisms once in position, it provides an effective bacterial barrier to external contamination. When applied, the adhesive is strong and offers secure adhesion to the skin.
1. McNichol L, Bianchi J (2016) Medical adhesive-related skin injuries (MARSI) made easy. London: Wounds UK. Available from: www.wounds-uk.com
2. Advanced Wound Dressing Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Foam Dressings, Film Dressings), By Application, By End Use (Hospitals, Specialty Clinics, Home Healthcare), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2021 – 2028