Starch Medical, Inc. products

PerClot® Polysaccharide Hemostatic System is a unique, absorbable powder hemostat that is commercially available in over 35 countries outside of the United States. PerClot is composed of plant starch that is modified to create an adhesive hemostatic powder. It is used as an adjunctive hemostatic device to control bleeding during multiple open and laparoscopic surgical procedures, including gynecologic, general, cardiovascular and urology. PerClot rapidly absorbs water from blood to produce a gelled matrix that adheres to and forms a mechanical barrier with the bleeding tissue.

Responder® Polysaccharide Hemostat is a topical hemostat synthesized from a purified plant polymer. Its off the shelf deployment and easy storage is specifically formulated for combat, trauma, and emergency situations. Responder® particles are water soluble and can be dissolved simply by water or saline rinses. Responder® is intended for the treatment of severely bleeding wounds including cuts, lacerations, burns and other traumatic injuries.

SealFoam® Absorbable Polysaccharide Hemostat is a medical device composed of AMP® (absorbable modified polymer) particles which are very hydrophilic, biocompatible, non-pyrogenic and derived from purified plant starch.The device contains no human or animal components. SealFoam® is a naturally adhesive absorbable hemostatic pad designed to control bleeding during surgical procedures or following traumatic injuries. SealFoam® may be trimmed to address specific procedural requirements and is indicated for a diverse range of applications and unique wound contours. SealFoam® is absorbed in the body within a few days or may be irrigated prior to closure.

SuperClot® Absorbable Polysaccharide Hemostat is a medical device composed of absorbable modified polymer (AMP®) particles and delivery applicator. AMP® particles are biocompatible, non-pyrogenic and derived from purified plant starch. The device contains no human or animal components. SuperClot® is intended as an absorbable hemostat system to control bleeding during surgical procedures or following traumatic injuries.