Q1: What is Surgiclean® Absorbable Gauze made from?
A: Surgiclean® is made from 100% plant-origin regenerated cellulose, processed through a controlled oxidation technique. It is manufactured using warp knitting technology, making it soft, flexible, and easy to apply.
Q2: How does Surgiclean® achieve hemostasis?
A: Surgiclean® works by promoting rapid clotting through physical and chemical interactions with blood. It is particularly effective for capillary, venous, and small arterial bleeding where traditional methods (e.g., ligation or cautery) are impractical.
Q3: How quickly does Surgiclean® stop bleeding?
A: Surgiclean® achieves complete hemostasis within 3 minutes, which is comparable to leading hemostatic products and significantly faster than conventional cotton gauze.
Q4: Is Surgiclean® fully absorbable in the body?
A: Yes. It is metabolized into glucose and cellobiose and is completely absorbed within 28 days of implantation, minimizing the risk of foreign body reactions.
Q5: Can Surgiclean® replace all hemostatic techniques?
A: No. Surgiclean® is a supportive hemostatic device, not a replacement for all methods. It is especially useful for diffuse, complex, or hard-to-reach bleeding sites, but should not be used for large artery hemorrhage or in place of surgical ligation when indicated.