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What
is Superstat®?
Superstat® is a patented, freeze dried, non-cross linked, dissolvable,
modified collagen hemostatic sponge containing calcium chloride. The
sponge dissolves while carrying out its hemostatic effect. Superstat® is
a sterile, non-pyrogenic, non-antigenic product supplied in 1.5% or 3.0%
concentrations.
Action
Superstat® in contact with blood activates the coagulation mechanism.
Clinical evaluation has revealed no evidence of disseminated
intra-vascular coagulation or local blood vessel coagulation. Dissolved
Superstat® has been shown in vitro to have no effect on activated
partial thromboplastin times and has been shown to have no platelet
aggregating effects. Animal studies demonstrate that Superstat®
produces no foreign body response when left in situ.
Indications
Superstat® is indicated for use when hemostasis is desired along suture
lines in diffusely bleeding sites, incisions, dissections and around
arterial or venous anastomoses. It is not intended to replace surgical
ligature. Superstat® is indicated in oozing bleeding, either capillary
or venous, in practically all incisions or wounds and as an adjunct to
conventional closure techniques.
Contraindications
Superstat® is contraindicated in neurosurgical applications because no
investigations on the effect of Superstat® have been carried out to
date. Superstat® is also contraindicated in instances of pumping
arterial hemorrhage.
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