What are the key factors that a surgeon should consider when selecting a topical thrombin?
When choosing the most appropriate topical thrombin hemostat, a surgeon should always consider the product’s clinical efficacy and safety, versatility and utility, ease of preparation and handling, history of use in surgery or clinic, and their own prior experience. An appropriate topical thrombin product should safely and effectively induce and maintain hemostasis at bleeding sites during surgical procedures. It should also be available in multiple versatile delivery options to be accessible and to achieve good surface contact with the bleeding site.
