COVIDIEN/CARDINAL 441603 DERMACEA X-RAY SPG 4X8 12 PLY

Dermacea™ Woven X-ray Detectable Gauze Sponge 4 X 8in, 12 Ply – Non-Sterile

The Dermacea X-Ray Detectable Gauze sponge saves lives. During surgery, a misplaced sponge can cause serious injury as well as death if not removed. On occasion, a surgeon may not be able to see regular gauze due to obstruction or if the sponge is saturated in blood. These specially designed gauze sponges prevent these issues thanks to their material. By combining a radiopaque element with the gauze, It now becomes visible under x-ray. The blue element also makes it visible to the naked eye even when the gauze is saturated and harder to see.

Thanks in turn to the manufacturing process, the gauze sponges produce no lint. This is another feature that is very welcome in the surgery room. Just as effective as any highly absorbent gauze sponge together with the benefit of high visibility. Measuring at 4×8 inches together with 12-ply thickness. All these added benefits don’t add any latex. This makes it perfect for use together with patients with a latex allergy.

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