Avant gauze is medline's standard non-woven dressing. compared to traditional cotton gauze, avant gauze produces less lint and is less traumatic to fragile granulating wound tissue because it's virtually non-adherent. it also has significantly faster wicking ability which promotes a healthier healing environment. discover the perfect balance between strength and absorbency in this rayon/polyester blend gauze. sterile 2-pack - 4" x 4", 4-ply. latex free.