Wide Strip Tampon: Features and Use

Bleeding control is a critical aspect of all surgeries. Surgical teams continually seek effective methods to minimize blood loss and reduce complications related to bleeding and blood transfusions. One widely used technique involves the use of vaginal meshes or wide strip tampons to absorb blood and secretions during surgeries. These surgical meshes are available in two types, simple and radiopaque. This article focuses on simple vaginal meshes.

What Are Wide Strip Tampon?

A wide strip tampon, also known as a vaginal mesh, is a type of non-absorbable hemostatic tampon used to control bleeding in a variety of surgical procedures. These procedures include general surgeries (such as liver, spleen, and abscess operations), urological surgeries (such as prostate procedures), gynecological surgeries, ENT surgeries, laparoscopic surgeries, orthopedic procedures, and more.

This product is also referred to as laparoscopic mesh, wide mesh, or strip tampon. Strip tampons are available in various lengths and widths to meet different surgical requirements.

Types of Surgical Tampons by AJP

Asia Jarah Pishro Company produces a variety of surgical tampons. It enables surgeons to select the most suitable tampon based on the surgical site. These include:

• Nasal tampon (Narrow Strip Tampon) – available in simple and radiopaque versions, typically used in delicate procedures.
  
• Vaginal tampon (Wide Strip Tampon) – available in simple and radiopaque versions, commonly used in abdominal, gynecological, and other surgeries.

Other surgical tampons produced by AJP include:

• Surgical peanut
• Neurosurgical sponge

Differences Between Simple and Radiopaque Tampons

The radiopaque tampons contain barium strips that make it visible on X-ray images. These barium strips block X-rays and allow the mesh to appear clearly on radiographs. This feature ensures that, in the rare event the mesh is unintentionally left inside the body, surgeons can quickly locate it and take appropriate action. It provides an additional layer of safety and peace of mind.

Surgeons should select the radiopaque type when the mesh is placed inside internal organs or when imaging tracking is required.

AJP Vaginal Mesh Materials

The AJP vaginal mesh is made from 100% surgical-grade linen thread. In some cases, it incorporates biocompatible polyester (silk) threads in a refined mesh structure.

How to Use Wide Strip Tampon

First, the surgical team opens the package and removes the product. Depending on the size of the bleeding area and the surgeon’s judgment, the mesh can be cut into smaller pieces or inserted whole into the surgical site to control bleeding.

These tampons help compress the bleeding site at the end of the procedure and absorb secretions. They can be used alone or, at the surgeon’s discretion, impregnated with disinfectants such as betadine. In some cases, tampons are soaked with betamethasone to reduce sensitivity and inflammation, or with antibiotics to prevent infection and adhesion.

Features of the AJP Vaginal Mesh

The key features of the AJP vaginal mesh include:

• Optimal flexibility for easy placement and adjustment
• High blood and secretion absorption
• Proper length and width to fully cover the bleeding area
• Lint-free to prevent allergic reactions
• Non-adhesive surface to avoid sticking to tissues
• Standard packaging for safe handling
• Reliable sterilization using ethylene oxide gas

Complications of Wide Strip Tampons

Possible complications associated with the use of wide strip tampons include:

• Mesh migration
• Extrusion or erosion
• Persistent chronic pain
• Nerve damage

Why Choose the AJP Vaginal Mesh?

Asia Jarah Pishro Company is committed to producing high-quality medical products for both domestic and international markets. The company has strengthened its production capabilities by implementing the ISO 13485 quality system and designing clean rooms according to product risk classifications.

Our research and development team ensures strict compliance with all quality standards. Special attention is given to product quality, packaging, and sterilization. It ensures maximum safety and reliability for both surgeons and patients during surgery.