Russell Chest Seal

Russell Chest Seal – Professional Vented Hydrogel Occlusive Dressing for Open Chest Wounds & Pneumothorax

Protect life-threatening penetrating chest injuries with the Russell Chest Seal, one of the most trusted vented chest seals used by emergency medical services, tactical medics, military personnel and first responders worldwide.

This advanced hydrogel-based occlusive dressing is specifically designed to treat open (sucking) chest wounds. Its integrated low-profile four-aperture valve allows air and blood to escape from the pleural cavity while preventing air from being drawn back in. This helps minimise the risk of tension pneumothorax, reduce lung collapse and support lung re-inflation during critical trauma care.

Key Features of the Russell Chest Seal

• Fast, easy and intuitive application – Large central visualisation hole enables quick, accurate placement over the wound even in high-stress situations
• Patented hydrogel base – “Sticks and stays stuck” on sweaty, hairy, bloody or wet skin and remains securely adhered for many hours (up to 24 hours)
• Four large peripheral apertures – Provide reliable drainage of air and blood with built-in redundancy so the valve continues working even if some openings become obstructed
• Low-profile and highly flexible design – Conforms comfortably to the chest wall and body contours
• Compact and kit-ready – Pre-folded for easy storage in trauma kits, IFAKs, first aid bags and medical packs (deployed size approx. 20 cm × 15 cm)
• Proven performance in extreme conditions and validated in clinical testing

Ideal For

• Emergency medical services (EMS) and paramedics
• Tactical and military medics
• First responders and search & rescue teams
• Wilderness, remote and adventure medicine
• Advanced first aid and trauma kits

Product Specifications

• Hydrogel matrix mounted on non-woven fabric with silicone-coated release liners
• Low-profile four-aperture valve system
• Dimensions (deployed): approximately 20 cm × 15 cm
• Lightweight, latex-free and single-use
• CE / UKCA marked medical device

Whether you are equipping a professional trauma kit or preparing for emergency response, the Russell Chest Seal delivers reliable, battlefield-proven performance when every second counts.

Add this essential vented chest seal to your medical supplies today and be ready for critical chest trauma situations.

Your purchase supports our first responders to stay on the road.