The need for factor XIII (FXIII) in fibrin sealant is subject to discussions. Some commercially available fibrin sealants (FS) contain high levels of FXIII (up to 70–80 U/mL) while others contain low levels or none. The objective of the present studies was to investigate the need for FXIII in FS
Fibrin sealant (fibrin adhesive; fibrin glue; Beriplast? P1) is a haemostatic andrnwound support product consisting of the blood coagulation factors fibrinogen,rnfactor XIII and thrombin, the antifibrinolytic agent aprotinin and calcium chloride
method for instilling a two-component fib'rin adhesive into the prostatic cavity after transurethral resection of the prostate is described. In a prospective, controlled study, 30 consecutive patients undergoing transurethral prostatectomy (TURF') were randomised either to receive treatment with the local instillation of fibrin adhesive into the prostatic cavity or to a control grouprnthat rece…
Suture hole bleeding is a frequent complicationrnin vascular surgery. The use of fibrin sealantsrn(FSs) during surgery is reported to reduce bloodrnloss by enhancing hemostasis.