Is evicel human tissue?

Is evicel human tissue?

EVICEL® is a human plasma-derived fibrin sealant. EVICEL® is supplied as a package containing two separate vials (glass type I) with rubber stoppers (type I), each containing 2 ml or 5 ml clear or slightly opalescent solution of Fibrinogen and Thrombin (Human), respectively.

What is evicel used for?

What is Evicel used for? Evicel is a medicine that is used as a sealant (glue). It is available as two solutions, one containing the active substance human clottable protein (50 to 90 mg/ml), and the other containing the active substance human thrombin (800 to 1200 international units per millilitre).

How long does it take evicel to thaw?

2°C to 8°C (refrigerator): vials thaw within 1 day; or. 20°C to 25°C (room temperature): vials thaw within 1 hour; or. 37°C (warm water bath): vials thaw within 10 minutes and must not be left at this temperature for longer than 10 minutes. The temperature must not exceed 37°C.

What is Vistaseal made of?

VISTASEAL Fibrin Sealant (Human) contains a combination of fibrinogen and thrombin, clotting proteins found in human plasma. When applied to the bleeding site, it forms a rapid, adherent, and durable cloti and has been demonstrated to sustain hemostasis (stoppage of bleeding), even in high-risk patients.

How do I use evicel?

Apply EVICEL® to the surface of bleeding tissue only. Do not inject directly into the circulatory system or into tissues. If the hemostatic effect is not complete, apply a second layer. The amount of EVICEL® required depends upon the area of tissue to be treated and the method of application.

What is the working time for Vistaseal?

VISTASEAL typically requires 5 minutes of thawing time in a sterile water bath (37°C) and is then ready for immediate use. The product boasts a broader range of working temperature (2°C-37°C) that allows for improved flexibility in the OR.

How do you thaw evicel?

Thawing

  1. 2°C to 8°C (refrigerator): vials thaw within 1 day; or.
  2. 20°C to 25°C (room temperature): vials thaw within 1 hour; or.
  3. 37°C (warm water bath): vials thaw within 10 minutes and must not be left at this temperature for longer than 10 minutes. The temperature must not exceed 37°C.

How long is Vistaseal good for?

The dual applicator mixes the fibrinogen and thrombin as the plunger is depressed. It is shipped and stored frozen, and has a shelf life of up to 2 years. VISTASEAL typically requires 5 minutes of thawing time in a sterile water bath (37°C) and is then ready for immediate use.

How long does tisseel last?

TISSEEL must not be mixed with other medicinal products. TISSEEL Ready to use has a shelf life of two years.

What is VitaSeal?

VitaSeal is a unique combination of resilient foam and a water resisting binder. The expanding foam tape produces a weather resistant seal for water/air tightness, thermal insulation and noise control in fenestration and construction applications.

How long is Vistaseal good for after thawing?

After thawing, the kit containing the VISTASEAL syringe holder with pre-filled syringes and Dual Applicator can be stored before use for not more than 48 hours in the refrigerator at 2 ‑ 8 ºC [36 – 46 ºF] or 24 hours at room temperature (20 – 25 °C [68 – 77 ºF]) if it remains sealed in the original packaging.