Wound irrigation syringe

Purpose

Clean out a dirty wound in the field, the step that most prevents infection.

Used in kits

• Mountain Hiking First Aid Kit

  First Aid

• Hunting Camp First Aid Kit

  First Aid

• Volunteer EMS Response Bag

  Professional & Field Ops

Alternatives

• Squeeze bottle with clean water— Improvised irrigation; less pressure and control.

Maintenance notes

• Keep it clean and dry between uses.

Buying considerations

• A 20–60 ml syringe with a splash guard does real irrigation.
• Pair with clean/treated water or saline.