Surgicel
Surgicel
Surgicel (pronounced: /ˈsɜːrdʒɪsɛl/) is a sterile, absorbable, hemostatic agent produced by Ethicon Inc., a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. It is primarily used in surgical procedures to assist in the control of capillary, venous, and small arterial hemorrhage when ligation or other conventional methods of control are impractical or ineffective.
Etymology
The term "Surgicel" is a portmanteau of the words "surgical" and "cellulose". It was named so because it is often used in surgical procedures and is made from oxidized regenerated cellulose.
Usage
Surgicel is used in a variety of surgical procedures, including general surgery, cardiovascular surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, and plastic surgery. It is particularly useful in situations where traditional methods of controlling bleeding, such as suturing or cauterization, are not effective or feasible.
Related Terms
- Hemostasis: The process of stopping bleeding, which is the primary function of Surgicel.
- Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose: The material from which Surgicel is made.
- Ethicon Inc.: The company that produces Surgicel.
- Johnson & Johnson: The parent company of Ethicon Inc.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Surgicel
- Wikipedia's article - Surgicel
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