SPONGOSTAN* Powder Haemostatic Absorbable Gelatin Powder

Proven Safety & Efficacy

• 50 years of proven safety and efficacy¹
• Fully absorbed in 4-6 weeks²

Customized consistency for optimal haemostasis and conformability

• Achieve desired consistency by controlling the amount of saline solution added … It’s the mixture that counts.
• For Orthopaedics, Spinal, Sternotomy and ENT procedures.

Ideal for Spongy bleeding

• Conforms to irregular surfaces
• Complete coverage on rough uneven surfaces

Cost Effective

• A simple technology to stop mild bleeding

Use information

• SPONGOSTAN* Powder, saturated with sterile sodium chloride solution, is indicated for surgical procedures (except urologic and ophthalmic) for haemostasis, when control of capillary bleeding, oozing bleeding, venous and arteriolar bleeding by pressure, ligature and other conventional procedures is ineffective or impractical. Although not necessary, SPONGOSTAN* Powder can be used either with or without thrombin to achieve haemostasis.

References 1. Data on file, ETHICON, INC 2. Instructions For Use

For more information about SPONGOSTAN* Powder Haemostatic Absorbable Gelatin Powder, please view the files below:

• Instructions for Use
• The ETHICON Biosurgicals Portfolio – Brochure