Mepilex dressings are indicated to treat a wide variety of acute and chronic wounds as well as secondary wounds. Its use is convenient to greatly minimize the pain and trauma that can occur when changing dressings exhaustively. It contains an absorption layer that immediately draws moisture away from the wound, thus protecting the skin. It has a retention layer that allows the exudate to evaporate so that the layers that are closer to the wound can continue to absorb. These dressings also have a completely waterproof film, so it is resistant to bacteria and liquids. They can be used for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, diabetic leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, as well as surgical wounds or traumatic wounds.