- Prime the syringe
- Use gauze to remove excess blood from the field
- Perpendicularly administer gel, directly to the wound
- Shear the gel against the tissue while pulling the syringe away from the wound
How to Use VETIGEL
VETIGEL is applied by following four steps:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VETIGEL® made of?
VETIGEL® is a flowable hemostatic hydrogel designed specifically for animal health. VETIGEL® is comprised of algae-and fungi-derived biopolymers. Its components are sodium alginate, poly (N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, D-glucosamine), and water.
How does VETIGEL® work?
VETIGEL® stops bleeding in seconds by ionically cross-linking and forming a non-porous mechanical barrier. The body’s natural clot does not incorporate into the gel.
Is VETIGEL® absorbable?
VETIGEL® is absorbable and intended to absorb within weeks of application, while minor residuals may take longer to absorb. If removed, VETIGEL® does not disrupt the fibrin patch, unlike other hemostatic products where surface clots may get incorporated and lead to a bleeding reoccurrence when removed.
What are some common procedures where VETIGEL® can be used?
VETIGEL® can be used on a variety of procedures, including but not limited to: Dental extractions, oral mass removals, abdominal and thoracic mass removals, soft organ biopsies, enucleations, spays and neuters, amputations, venous and arterial bleeds, epistaxis, cholecystectomies, catheterization, lacerations, laminectomies/hemi-laminectomies, and ear and tail docking.
Is VETIGEL® effective in thrombocytopenic or coagulation patients?
VETIGEL®’s mechanism of action is mechanical and occurs independently of the patient’s clotting process. VETIGEL® creates a strong, adhesive mechanical barrier at the wound site that will maintain hemostatic effect while it remains in contact with the wound. VETIGEL® is recommended to be left in place in patients with coagulopathy as there may not be a strong endogenous clot.
Does the use of VETIGEL® present the risk of adhesion formulation?
VETIGEL® is comprised of sodium alginate dissolved in water with solid particles of poly (N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, D-glucosamine) dispersed in it. In two limited studies, use of VETIGEL® was not shown to result in a clinically significant increase in adhesion formation as compared to existing standards of care.
What are VETIGEL®'s contradictions?
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- The safety and effectiveness of VETIGEL® for use in ophthalmic procedures have not been established.
- VETIGEL® is not intended to be used as a wound-closure device.
WARNINGS
- Do not inject VETIGEL® intravascularly due to risk of embolization.
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