Table 3 Summary of haemostatic bandages, adapted from [105]. Gen denotes generation, RBCs red blood cells
From: Multiple trauma management in mountain environments - a scoping review
Manfacturer | Gen | Mechanism of action | Form | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Celox gauze, MedTrade Products Ltd., Crew, UK | 3rd | Cross-links RBCs to form mucoadhesive barrier | Chitosan rolled gauze Z-fold, 3 in. ×  10 ft | Packed into wound, 3 min direct pressure |
CeloxGauze Pro, HemCon Medical Technologies, Portland, OR | 3rd | Cross-links RBCs to form mucoadhesive barrier | Chitosan gauze Z-fold, 12 ft. length | Packed into wound, 2-5 min direct pressure |
XStat, RevMedx Inc., Wilsonville, OR | 3rd | Cellulose sponges coated with chitosan to assist with a mucoadhesive barrier | 92 flat, circular, compressed mini sponges packaged in a 60 mL syringe applicator | The applicator has a small diameter insertion device available for use in wounds with narrow wound tracts |