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Symptomatic foreign body reaction to haemostatic alginate
E W Odell1, P Oades, T Lombardi
1Department of Oral Medicine and Pathology, UMDS, Guy's Hospital, London, UK.
The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|June 1, 1994
Summary
Kaltostat, a sodium calcium alginate dressing, can cause a prolonged foreign body reaction when left in place after dental procedures. Removal after achieving hemostasis is recommended to prevent adverse reactions.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Oral Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Kaltostat, a sodium calcium alginate fiber dressing, is increasingly used for hemostasis.
- Alginate dressings are known for their hemostatic properties.