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Overview
VelNez® is a fragmentable composite that fragments within a few days on application intended as a nasal dressing. The pain associated with the traditional nasal pack removal is completely eliminated with VelNez since such a procedure is not necessary as VelNez® fragments uniformly. It will also promote healing and reduce the clotting time. It acts as a space occupying dressing, preventing adhesion by separating the compromised mucosal surfaces.
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Properties
- Ready to use sponge based dressing to be used post nasal and sinus surgeries
- Can be used for trauma & epistaxis
- Made up of natural biopolymers
- Fragmentable and biocompatible device
- Provides compression at the tissue site
- No post-operative removal required and hence atraumatic
- Prevents tissue adhesion by separating the compromised mucosal surfaces
- Supports tissue regeneration & wound healing process
- No calcification/ fibrosis
- Helps in Haemostasis
- Highly porous with high fluid absorption capacity
- Soft & flexible and can be easily cut & fold in required size
- It should be used dry and then irrigated later as per the protocol
- Ergonomic design for patient comfort
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Specifications
Size Packaging 8cm x 2cm 1 piece 4cm x 2cm 1 piece 8cm x 2cm (compressed) 1 piece 4cm x 2cm (compressed) 1 piece Sterilization Method Gamma Irradiation Shelf Life 3 years from date of mfg Storage Temp Between 4°C - 30°C -
Application Method
- Step 1: Removal from Package Open the blister pack by removing the paper film and take out VelNez®.
- Step 2: Pre-insertion - If required cut the VelNez® using sterile apparatus.
- Step 3: Insertion - Using sterile nasal dressing forceps place the VelNez® inside the nasal cavity at the site of application and irrigate using saline solution if required.
- Step 4: Confirm - Confirm that VelNez® is placed at the intended position. VelNez® will fill itself by absorbing surrounding fluids or blood.
Note: The VelNez® nasal dressing may be irrigated with saline water as and when required.
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Precautions
- Do not re-sterilize.
- Do not re-use.
- Use the device prior to the “Use by ( )” specified on the package.
- To be used by Registered Medical Practitioner or a hospital.
- Do not use it if the package is damaged.
- Discontinue the use of the application area shows signs of infection, irritation, maceration (whitening of surrounding skin) or itching & consult a healthcare professional.
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Contraindications
Note: Do not use VelNez® if a patient is allergic (Hypersensitive) to its constituents.
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