Coltene Roeko Gelatamp

Gelatamp is a gelatine sponge for the prophylaxis of wound infections and secondary bleeding after extractions. Gelatamp contains colloidal silver and is therefore distinctly different from pure gelatine sponges. The silver leads to a broad antibacterial effect over the entire absorption time and gives gelatamp its specific brown colour.

• Rapid initial hemostasis
• Stabilization of the coagulum
• Broad bactericidal depot effect
• Complete resorption

COMPOSITION :-

• Hardened gelatine Ph. Eur. 9.5 mg
• Colloid silver Ph. Eur. 0.5 mg

INDICATIONS :

The treatment of alveoli and wound cavities, e.g. after

•  Extractions
•  Apical amputations
•  Maxillary sinus perforations
•  Other surgical treatments (removal of tumours or retained teeth)

Prophylaxis of

• Secondary cavity formation
• Wound infections
• Secondary haemorrhage prophylaxis as well as a dressing after gingivectomy and in periodontopathies

FEATURES :-

• Fast initial haemostasis
• Stabilisation of the coagulum
• Broad antibacterial effect due to colloidal silver
• Complete absorption

 ADVANTAGES :-

• Rapid initial haemostasis following extractions is an important step in initiating wound healing.
• The haemostatic process forms a coagulum which is the decisive link to the resulting granulation tissue which finally replaces the coagulum.
• Disturbances in wound healing often occur if the coagulum is not formed, a formed coagulum is destroyed or if it is lost due to inappropriate post-operative patient behaviour.
• The use of Gelatamp counteracts these influencing factors in various ways and has been proven to reduce disturbances in wound healing.

• Gelatamp is supplied sterilised and ready for use. The size of the small sponge can be adjusted to fit the wound cavity if need be.
• Two Gelatamp sponges can be used for larger wounds. Care must be taken that the sponge is not compressed.
• Pressure on the sponge will destroy its structure and prevent the collection of blood within it.
• After extraction blood should be allowed to accumulate in the alveolums… cut Gelatamp to correct size… place Gelatamp in the wound and suture.
• The dry sponge is immediately placed in the fresh, blood-filled wound cavity and should be allowed to absorb as much blood as possible.
• The sponge must not protrude over the inner gingival margin so as not to adversely affect the desired epithelisation.
• This constitutes definitive treatment of the alveolus and there is no need for subsequent rinsing