CuraSpon^® is a sterile absorbable gelatin sponge with haemostatic effect suitable for the control of bleeding.

CuraSpon^® is manufactured from highly purified neutral gelatin foam of uniform fine porosity which guarantees a favourable homeostasis. The gelatin sponge activates the thrombocytes at the moment blood comes in contact with the matrix of the sponge. This causes thrombocytes to release a series of substances which promote their aggregation at the same time as their surfaces change character, thus enabling them to act
as a catalyst for the formation of fibrin.

CuraSpon® provides haemostasis in surgical procedures to control capillary, venous and small arterial bleeding when binding, suturing or other conventional methods of control are impractical or ineffective.

CuraSpon^® can be applied dry or moistened with sterile physiological saline. CuraSpon^® is pressed against the bleeding site and within a short time it will adhere to the wound and control the bleeding. It is recommended to remove any excess CuraSpon^® material from the operative field.

• Haemostasis in 2 – 4 minutes
• Completely absorbed within 4 weeks
• Liquefies in 2 – 5 days in contact with mucosa
• Absorbs 35 times its own weight in blood an fluids
• pH-neutral
• 100% biodegradable
• Can be used dry or impregnated
• Compatible with pharmaceuticals
• Available in sponge and powder form