Hemostatic pad Sangustop®

Sangustop® Your choice in hemostasis Sangustop® is a highly efficient felt-like hemostat. It is composed of native absorbable collagen fibrils of bovine origin; in addition, Sangustop® contains riboflavin. Collagen Collagen and Coagulation: Scientific Evidence Ever since the 70’s [1], collagen is a well-known initiator of platelet aggregation and thus an accelerator of hemostasis. [2] [3] Schematic representation of hemostasis mechanism: A: Damage to blood vessels (accidentally or during surgery) B: Immediate vasoconstriction and exposure of collagen fibers to blood C: Adhesion of platelets to collagen Collagen is a biocompatible material that can be absorbed by the body within approximately 3 weeks as a result of phagocytosis and enzymatic degradation. [1] Wilner GD, Nossel HL, Procupez TL. Aggregation of platelets by collagen: polar active sites of insoluble human collagen. Am J Physiol. 1971; 220: 1074-1079. [2] Silverstein ME, Chvapil M. Experimental and clinical experiences with collagen fleece as a hemostatic agent.J Trauma. 1981; 21: 388-393. [3] Silverstein ME et al. Collagen fibers as a fleece hemostatic agent. J Trauma. 1980; 20: 688-694. Easy handling in Open and Minimal Invasive Surgery Ready to use approach: no need of pretreatment steps Excellent adhesion to bleeding surfaces: just light pressure onto the wound Both sides equally active: simple positioning of the product Adaptable to any type of structure: from plain surfaces to anastomoses Very easy to use in minimal invasive surgery: Sangustop® maintains consistency after being introduced through the trocar