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Cook Medical | Hemospray
Europeans have been using Hemospray for years. This spring it was
finally approved by the FDA. Think of it as an effective spray-on
Band-Aid for GI bleeds.
Instead of a thermal, mechanical or contact approach, which can
damage tissue, the spray is a proprietary powder that's delivered in
short bursts aimed at the bleed. When the powder contacts blood, it
absorbs water and forms a gel, effectively creating a barrier to
achieve hemostasis.
Another advantage: No direct visualization is required, so it can also
be used when the source of the bleeding isn't easily identifiable.
Hemospray comes with a disposable CO
2
cartridge and, says the
rep, has never been known to cause any sort allergic reaction.
