Lap.sponges(sterile and unsterile)
Laparotomy sponges are bleached cotton pads folded in 4 ply and finished with a blue or white cotton tape loop so the scrub team can count and retrieve them. They are supplied sterile at 5…
Product Overview
Laparotomy sponges are bleached cotton pads folded in 4 ply and finished with a blue or white cotton tape loop so the scrub team can count and retrieve them. They are supplied sterile at 5 pieces per pouch or non sterile at 25 pieces per packet, in 20 x 20 cm, 30 x 30 cm and 45 x 45 cm, with 13, 17 or 20 thread constructions, with or without x-ray thread and pre-washed or non-washed. CE and ISO apply.
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Key Benefits
- Cotton tape loop keeps the sponge countable and retrievable in an open cavity
- X-ray detectable option supports theatre count and imaging protocols
- Pre-washed option reduces loose lint entering the surgical field
- Sterile and non sterile packs from the same specification for theatre and ward use
Problems It Solves
- Sponge counts that cannot be reconciled at the end of a procedure
- Lint shedding from unwashed gauze inside the surgical field
- Separate sourcing for sterile theatre stock and non sterile ward stock
Who It Is For
- Operating theatre supply buyers
- Surgical pack and procedure tray assemblers
- Hospital central sterile supply departments
Application Scenarios
- Abdominal and thoracic procedures where large absorbent pads are packed into the cavity
- Inclusion in custom procedure packs
- Non sterile use in dressing rooms and training
Customisation Options
- Thread count of 13, 17 or 20 threads
- Size 20 x 20 cm, 30 x 30 cm or 45 x 45 cm in 4 ply
- Sterile or non sterile, with or without x-ray thread, pre-washed or non-washed, blue or white loop
Use Guide
- Confirm the sponge count with the circulating nurse before the incision
- Use the tape loop to keep the sponge anchored outside the cavity where protocol requires
- Count sponges again before closure and reconcile against the opening count
- Use pre-washed sponges where lint control matters most
Compared With Other Options
| Gauze sponge swabs | Lap sponges are larger, 4 ply and loop-tagged for cavity packing, while sponge swabs are small pads used for wound dressing and fluid control on the surface. |
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View Product →Questions About The Lap.sponges(sterile and unsterile)
Are the sponges x-ray detectable?
They can be supplied with or without an x-ray detectable thread.
What sizes are standard?
20 x 20 cm, 30 x 30 cm and 45 x 45 cm, all in 4 ply.
How are they packed?
Sterile sponges are 5 pieces per pouch and non sterile sponges are 25 pieces per packet.
What is the loop for?
The blue or white cotton tape loop lets the theatre team keep the sponge countable and retrievable during a procedure.
What is pre-washed gauze?
Pre-washed sponges have been laundered before folding to reduce loose lint in the surgical field.
Do they carry certification?
Yes, with CE and ISO.
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