gelatin sponge

gelatin sponge,

an absorbable local hemostatic.

indications It is prescribed to control surgical bleeding and treat pressure ulcers.

contraindications Frank infection, extensive and abnormal bleeding, postpartum bleeding, or menorrhagia prohibits its use.

adverse effects There are no known adverse effects.

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gelatin

a substance obtained by partial hydrolysis of collagen derived from skin, white connective tissue, and bones of animals; used as a suspending agent for various drugs or in manufacture of capsules and suppositories; suggested for intravenous use as a plasma substitute, and has been used as an adjuvant protein food. In absorbable film and sponge, it is used in surgical procedures.

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gelatin digestion test

a tube test for the presence of fecal proteases; used in the diagnosis of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

gelatin liquefaction test

a biochemical test used for the identification of several bacterial species. Detects the ability of the organism to produce substances which hydrolyze gelatin.

gelatin sponge

a spongy form of denatured gelatin, soaked with thrombin and used as a hemostatic.

zinc gelatin

a preparation of zinc oxide, gelatin, glycerin and purified water, applied topically as a protective.