ProGEL™ is a new hydrogel sealant designed to
seal air leaks incurred during pulmonary surgery.
Combining a biocompatible protein with
polyethylene glycol (PEG), ProGEL polymerizes
in seconds and forms a high strength, flexible
seal in minutes. For unmatched strength,
unprecedented flexibility and ease-of-use, no
other surgical sealant matches ProGEL.
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A Unique Tool To Control Air Leaks
ProGEL is the only sealant designed to meet
the unique needs of thoracic surgeons:
- Seals visible air leaks intraoperatively
- Adjunct to sutures or staples
- Helps keep patients free of air leaks
- Cost-effective
- Easy to use
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The ProGEL Advantage
- Kit set-up < 2 minutes
- Gel formation < 30 seconds
- Flexible, high strength seal within 5 minutes
- Applicator tip capable of variable spray patterns
- Resorption < 30 days
- Clinically proven in sealing intraoperative air leaks and reducing hospital stay
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Clinically Proven To Reduce Hospital Stay
Intraoperative
application of ProGEL in animal model.
Air leaks are the number one complication associated with pulmonary
surgery and often lead to other complications (e.g. infections,
pneumonia, empyema) that intensify and lengthen hospital stay, as
well as increase treatment costs. ProGEL™
Pleural Air Leak Sealant has been clinically
proven to be significantly effective in
sealing intraoperative air leaks and
reducing hospital stay.1
Bringing Closure To Air Leaks
As a thoracic surgeon, controlling air leaks
is one of your primary challenges. Now
there is a powerful tool to address your need. ProGEL is easy to apply
intraoperatively, gels quickly, and forms a strong, flexible seal that can
withstand the pressures of lung expansion and contraction. For all the
right reasons, ProGEL is your seal of assurance.
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Intended Use / Indications For Use
The ProGel™ Pleural Air Leak Sealant is a single use device intended for application to visceral pleura during an open thoracotomy
after standard visceral pleural closure with, for example, sutures or staples, of visible air leaks (≥ 2 mm)
incurred during open resection of lung parenchyma.
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©2009 NeoMend, Inc. All rights reserved. ProGEL is a trademark of NeoMend, Inc.
1. Allen, Mark S. et al, Prospective Randomized Study Evaluating a Biodegradable Polymeric
Sealant for Sealing Intraoperative Air Leaks That Occur During Pulmonary Resection. Annals of
Thoracic Surgery 2004;77:1792-801.
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