Versatility

Flexibility

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of surgeons for nearly half a century

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SURGICEL Absorbable Hemostats have been trusted for nearly half a century to stop surgical bleedingwith safe, proven convenience.1,2

Proven Safety Plant-based product; eliminates the risk of animal- or human-borne contaminants3 Bactericidal advantageproven effective against a broad range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms1,4 Fully absorbable within 7-14 days1,3 Proprietary oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) technology1 designed to ensure purity and consistency Proven Efcacy Fast hemostasis1 Used over 100 million times worldwide since introduction1 Flexibility & Convenience Available in 3 unique formsideal for a broad range of specialties and procedures3 Long shelf lifeat room temperature3 Used in more hospitals than any other absorbable hemostasis product1

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SURGICEL Original Absorbable Hemostat and SURGICEL NU-KNIT Absorbable Hemostat have a 5-year shelf life; SURGICEL FIBRILLAR has a 3-year shelf life.

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For versatility, adherence and conformability in the most demanding procedures.

Unique ORC-bril technology delivers fast hemostasis with:
Optimal Versatility

For exibility and surgical site visibility.

Excellent Hemostasis with Optimal Handling

Proven record of efcacy for a broad range of bleeding situations1,3 Sheer weave allows visibility of the bleeding site1 Flexible texture conforms to irregular surfaces provides optimal conformability in a fabric1 Easily cut or folded
Surgical Compatibility

Visualize and work on bleeding site through thin layers1 Fibril material provides broad surface area coverage
Optimal Adherence

Soft, layered material conforms and melts in to bleeding tissueuntil you remove it1
Ideal Conformability

Well suited for electrocautery3 Easily removed after hemostasis is achieved3 Appropriate for a wide variety of procedures3

Lightweight layers and tuftspeel off as much or as little as desired5 Use it in any size, shape, or thicknessas needed for your specic application5

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SURGICEL Hemostats provide a unique combination of hemostatic effectiveness, absorbability, and bactericidal properties.
Optimal for use in: Neurosurgery, ortho-spine, cardiovascular, peripheral vascular, general surgery, trauma, minimally invasive, urology, and ENT procedures.

For excellent strength and coverage for heavier bleeding.1

Stronger Material

Dense knit material provides high tensile strength in the presence of heavy bleeding1 Thick weave designed to stay together during surgery
Greater Coverage Area

Large surface area provides maximal coverage Soft, pliable weave designed to hold a suture3 and for placement on delicate tissue6
Versatile
Versatility, adherence, and conformability Strength and coverage

For endoscopic procedures, can be rolled and applied without the use of an additional device3 Ideal for use in trauma, laparoscopic surgery, and various procedures, including sternotomies6
Flexibility and enhanced surgical site visibility

of surgeons for nearly half a century

Trusted by surgeons for nearly half a century to stop bleeding fast

Safeplant-based product, with minimal tissue reaction3 Bactericidal advantageproven effective against a broad range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms1,4 Proprietary oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) technology1 designed to ensure purity and consistency Used over 100 million times worldwide1
Ordering Information
SURGICEL FIBRILLAR Absorbable Hemostat (oxidized regenerated cellulose), sterile
Size Ordering Code Packaging

1 in x 2 in 2 in x 4 in 4 in x 4 in

1961 1962 1963

10 eaches per box/case 10 eaches per box/case 10 eaches per box/case

SURGICEL NU-KNIT Absorbable Hemostat (oxidized regenerated cellulose), sterile

Size Ordering Code Packaging

1 in x 1 in 1 in x 3.5 in 3 in x 4 in 6 in x 9 in

1940 1941 1943 1946

24 eaches per box/case 10 eaches per box/case 24 eaches per box/case 10 eaches per box/case

SURGICEL Original Absorbable Hemostat (oxidized regenerated cellulose), sterile

Size Ordering Code Packaging

2 in x 14 in 4 in x 8 in 2 in x 3 in 0.5 in x 2 in

1951 1952 1953 1955

24 eaches per box/case 24 eaches per box/case 24 eaches per box/case 24 eaches per box/case

1. Data on le. 2. Hong Y, Loughlin K. The Use of Hemostatic Agents and Sealants in Urology. J Urol. 2006;176:2367-2374. 3. Full Prescribing Information. 4. Spangler D, Rothenburger S, Nguyen K, Jampani H, Weiss S, Bhende S. In Vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose Against Antibiotic-Resistant Microorganisms. Surg Infect. 2003;4(3):255-262. 5. Amar A, Levy M. Applications of Topical Hemostatic Agents in Neurosurgery. Contemp Surg. 1996;4(6):1-3. 6. Mair H, Kaczemared I, Oberhoffer M, Groetzner J, Daebritz S, Reichart B. Surgicel NuKnit hemostat for bleeding control of fragile sternum. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2005;130(2):605-606. Please see Essential Prescribing Information in pocket.

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