J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Gelatin Sponge Surgifoam 2 X 6 cm X 7mm Sterile

Absorbable Gelatin Sponge Surgifoam 2 X 6 cm X 7mm Sterile

Surgifoam absorbable gelatin sponge is a sterile hemostatic sponge for surgical procedures where conventional bleeding control methods are ineffective or impractical. It is intended for professional surgical use, excluding ophthalmic procedures, and may be used dry or saturated with sterile sodium chloride solution. This 2 x 6 cm sponge is malleable, water-insoluble, and made from porcine gelatin.

Good Fit For

• Surgical procedures requiring hemostasis
• Settings where pressure, ligature, or other conventional methods are ineffective or impractical
• Professional surgical workflows excluding ophthalmic procedures

Key Features

• Absorbable gelatin sponge for surgical hemostasis
• Sterile format supports procedural use
• Malleable, water-insoluble sponge helps adapt to the treatment site
• May be used dry or saturated with sterile sodium chloride solution
• Porcine gelatin construction
• 2 x 6 cm size for selection by procedural preference

Applications and Usage

• Helping control capillary bleeding during surgery
• Helping control venous bleeding during surgery
• Helping control arteriolar bleeding during surgery
• Use in procedures where a malleable absorbable sponge is preferred
• Use dry or with sterile sodium chloride solution based on procedural needs

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 2 X 6 cm.
• Material: Foam.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• For surgical procedures except ophthalmic use
• This product is intended for professional use in hemostasis applications
• Selection may depend on whether a dry sponge or one saturated with sterile sodium chloride solution is preferred

FAQ

• Can this absorbable gelatin sponge be used in ophthalmic procedures? No. This Surgifoam sponge is indicated for surgical procedures except ophthalmic procedures.
• What kind of bleeding is this sponge intended to help control? The sponge is indicated for hemostasis when control of capillary, venous, and arteriolar bleeding by pressure, ligature, and other conventional procedures is ineffective or impractical.
• Can the sponge be used dry or moistened? Yes. The Surgifoam sponge may be used dry or saturated with sterile sodium chloride solution.
• What is the size of this Surgifoam sponge? This sponge measures 2 x 6 cm and has a 7 mm thickness.
• What material is the sponge made from? This absorbable sponge is made from porcine gelatin.

From Surgifoam by J & J Healthcare Systems.