Integra LifeSciences Collagen Membrane, HeliMend Advanced - Manual (Page 3)

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Description
HeliMend® Advanced absorbable collagen membrane is a white, compressed,
non-friable matrix fabricated from collagen derived from bovine deep flexor
(Achilles) tendon. Bovine tendon is known to be one of the purest sources
of Type I collagen that can be readily obtained and processed in commercial
amounts. The HeliMend Advanced membrane is completely absorbable,
eliminating the need for the second surgical procedure often required to
remove a non-resorbable membrane. The collagen is currently used for
general and dental surgery as absorbable hemostatic agents and absorbable
wound dressings.
Under scanning electron microscopy, HeliMend Advanced absorbable
collagen membrane has a morphology of condensed laminated sheets in
cross-section and a textured surface. The HeliMend Advanced membrane
appears paper white in the dry state and translucent and non-slippery when
wet. The HeliMend Advanced membrane can be cut to any size or shape in the
wet or dry state, without tearing or fragmenting.
HeliMend Advanced absorbable collagen membrane has an effective pore
size of 0.004 microns, which will help to retard epithelial downgrowth
during early phases of healing. Being semi-occlusive, it allows essential
nutrients to pass through the membrane. The HeliMend Advanced membrane
incorporates into the surrounding tissue and is generally absorbed within
18 weeks.
HeliMend Advanced absorbable collagen membrane is sterilized using
ethylene oxide gas.
How Supplied
Individually packaged in a variety of sizes:
15 mm x 20 mm 1/box
20 mm x 30 mm 1/box
30 mm x 40 mm 1/box
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