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The Role of Surgi-ORC® in Bleeding Control During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

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  Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is a minimally invasive procedure for gallbladder removal in gallstone disease (cholelithiasis) and related complications. Compared with open surgery, LC offers less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and better cosmetic outcomes.1,2 Press enter or click to view image in full size Fig. 1:  Laparoscopic cholecystectomy2 What clinical conditions commonly require LC? LC is indicated in a wide range of gallbladder conditions, including3 Cholelithiasis Mucocele or empyema of the gallbladder Cholesterolosis Typhoid carrier Porcelain gallbladder Acute cholecystitis (calculous and acalculous) Adenomatous gallbladder polyps As part of other procedures, viz., whipple’s procedure Although LC generally provide better outcomes across these indications, effective haemostasis remains essential for procedural safety, as bleeding continues to be the most serious non-biliary complication.4 Why bleeding control is critical during LC? ...
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Optimizing laparoscopic nephrectomy using haemostatic agents

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  Laparoscopic nephrectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure for kidney removal, performed through small incisions using a specialized tool (laparoscope). This approach reduces postoperative pain, hospital stay, recovery time and convalescence compared with open procedure.1,2 When is laparoscopic nephrectomy recommended? Laparoscopic nephrectomy is recommended for the treatment of most benign kidney diseases in which there is permanent loss of renal function. Common indications include1: Chronic pyelonephritis Obstructive or reflux nephropathy Renal tuberculosis and Nephrosclerosis Multicystic dysplastic kidney Renovascular hypertension and post-transplant hypertension Acquired renal cystic disease in dialysis patients Symptomatic patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease With advances in laparoscopic technology and years of clinical experience, laparoscopic nephrectomy is now considered a clear winner over open nephrectomy surgery.1 However, controlling s...
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Optimizing Post-Septoplasty Healing with SURGISPON® Nasal Pack

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  Nasal septoplasty is a common ENT and plastic surgery procedure performed to correct a deviated septum and improve nasal breathing. Postoperative care is essential to arrest hemorrhage, reduce pain and prevent complications. Conventional nasal packing methods often cause discomfort, pain and bleeding particularly during removal.1 To address this, absorbable materials such as SURGISPON® gelatin sponge provide a gentler alternative. To better understand how recovery can be improved, let us first explore why nasal packing is important after septoplasty. Why is nasal packing important after septoplasty? Nasal packing plays a key role in supporting healing and preventing postoperative complications.2,3 Press enter or click to view image in full size Since nasal packing plays such an important role, let’s take a closer look at the material used and how it supports safe and comfortable healing. What is SURGISPON® ENT? SURGISPON® ENT is an  absorbable haemostatic gelatin sponge ...
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