How to Use VETIGEL

VETIGEL is applied by following four steps:

  1. Prime the syringe  
  2. Use gauze to remove excess blood from the field  
  3. Perpendicularly administer gel, directly to the wound  
  4. Shear the gel against the tissue while pulling the syringe away from the wound  

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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