What is tisseel used for?

Hemostasis: Tisseel is a fibrin sealant indicated for use as an adjunct to hemostasis in adult and pediatric patients (>1 month of age) undergoing surgery when control of bleeding by conventional surgical techniques (such as suture, ligature, and cautery) is ineffective or impractical.

Who makes tisseel?

TISSEEL for Surgical Care | Baxter.

Does tisseel contain blood?

TISSEEL is made from human plasma. Because this product is made from human blood, it may carry a risk of transmitting infectious agents, e.g., viruses, the variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD) agent and, theoretically the Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) agent.

How long does tisseel take to thaw?

The total thawing and warming time cannot exceed 48 hours. TISSEEL Kit (Freeze-Dried) Apply TISSEEL using the DUPLOJECT Fibrin Sealant Preparation and Application System or an equivalent delivery system (including open and minimally invasive spray devices) cleared by FDA for use with TISSEEL.

How do you store tisseel?

Transfer inner pouch with pre-filled syringe onto the sterile field. Maintain the product at 33-37°C until use. Once the package is opened or the product is warmed to 33-37°C, it must be used within 4 hours. Room Temperature Thawing: Unopened pouches can be stored for up to 48 hours at room temperature (15-25°C).

How do you mix tisseel?

As a guideline for the gluing of surfaces, 1 pack of TISSEEL Ready to use 2 ml (i.e. 1 ml Sealer Protein Solution plus 1 ml Thrombin Solution) will be sufficient for an area of at least 10 cm2.

How long does tisseel take to set?

As a guideline for the gluing of surfaces, 1 pack of TISSEEL Ready to use 2 ml (i.e. 1 ml Sealer Protein Solution plus 1 ml Thrombin Solution) will be sufficient for an area of at least 10 cm2….Instructions:

Pack Size	Minimum Thawing/Warming Times 33°C to 37°C, Incubator Product in bags
4 ml	50 minutes
10 ml	90 minutes