EndoClot Polysaccharide Hemostatic System - Haemostatic agent, absorbable, non-collagen

Intended purpose

EndoClot PHS is indicated for use in endoscopic procedures as an adjunct hemostat when the control of bleeding from capillary, venous or arteriolar vessels by conventional procedures is ineffective or impractical.

Functional description

Contains absorbable modified polymer (AMP) particles and a catheter/applicator with a tube connecting to an external gas source. AMP particles rapidly absorb water from the blood causing a high concentration of platelets, red blood cells and coagulation proteins which accelerates the normal clotting cascade. In contact with blood AMP particles support the formation of a gelled, adhesive matrix which provides a mechanical barrier to further bleeding.