Surgical Consumables · Post-Operative Care
Post-Op Sponge
Cellulose-Filled, Non-Woven, High Absorbency
Multi-layer post-operative wound sponges with cellulose fluff core and non-woven rayon/polyester outer layer. Higher absorption than all-cotton gauze. Sterile 2/envelope. Latex-free. CE, FDA, and SFDA documented. For external wound drainage — not for intraoperative body cavity use.
Core Material
Cellulose
Fluff pulp — exceeds cotton gauze absorption
Standard Sizes
3"×4" / 4"×4"
Imperial · metric on request
Pack Format
2/envelope
25 envelopes · 50 sponges per box
⚠ Important — External Use Only
Standard post-op sponges do not contain X-ray detectable threads and are not suitable for intraoperative placement inside body cavities. For body cavity use, specify laparotomy sponges or X-ray detectable gauze swabs. Always clarify product type in tender specifications.
Product Features
Why Cellulose-Filled Outperforms Plain Cotton Gauze
The cellulose fluff core delivers a fundamentally different absorption profile versus woven cotton — essential for managing the heavy drainage volumes common in the first 72 hours after major surgery.
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Cellulose Core Absorption
Extra-absorbent cellulose fluff pulp inner fill absorbs and retains significantly more fluid than all-cotton gauze — reducing dressing change frequency and nursing time per patient.
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Non-Woven Wound Face
Soft rayon/polyester spunlace outer layer is low-lint and low-adherence. Fluid passes rapidly through to the cellulose core while the wound surface stays protected.
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Strike-Through Barrier
Moisture-resistant polyethylene backing prevents fluid from saturating through to clothing or bedding. Sealed edges on all margins stop lateral leakage and lint contamination.
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Latex-Free Construction
No natural rubber latex in any component. Safe for latex-sensitive patients — a standard requirement for hospital formulary approval in most markets.
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Sterile 2/Envelope Format
Each pair of sponges sealed in individual coated paper envelope for aseptic dispensing. 25 envelopes per box. Standard pallet configuration for high-volume institutional supply.
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Full Market Documentation
CE Mark (EU MDR 2017/745), FDA 510(k), SFDA registered, ISO 13485 QMS. LOT-specific compliance documents available for every shipment.
Construction
Three-Layer Composite Structure
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Non-Woven Facing (Wound Contact)
Rayon/polyester spunlace — soft, low-lint, low-adherence wound surface
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Cellulose Fluff Core (Absorption Engine)
Extra-absorbent cellulose fiber fill — superior fluid uptake and retention vs cotton gauze
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Moisture-Resistant Backing
Polyethylene barrier — prevents fluid strike-through to secondary dressing or clothing
Size Selection
Two Standard Sizes
Select by incision size and wound coverage area required. Custom dimensions available for OEM orders.
Smaller incisions, targeted wound sites, paediatric post-op care, dialysis access sites
General post-surgical incisions, abdominal wounds, orthopaedic sites, gynaecological post-op
Technical Specifications
Complete Specification Sheet
| Parameter | Specification |
| Outer layer | Non-woven rayon / polyester blend (spunlace) |
| Inner core | Extra-absorbent cellulose fluff pulp |
| Backing layer | Moisture-resistant polyethylene |
| Standard sizes | 3"×4" (7.5×10cm) · 4"×4" (10×10cm) |
| Edge construction | Sealed edges — prevents leakage and lint contamination |
| Colour | White |
| Latex content | Latex-free — not made with natural rubber latex |
| X-ray detectable | No — external wound use only, not for body cavities |
| Sterile pack | 2 sponges per sealed coated paper envelope |
| Box quantity | 25 envelopes / 50 sponges per box |
| Case quantity | 24 boxes / 1,200 sponges per case |
| Sterilization | EO (Ethylene Oxide) or Gamma (Co-60) |
| Single use | Yes — disposable |
Clinical Applications
Post-Surgical & Wound Care Use Cases
Designed for post-operative wound drainage management — not for intraoperative use inside body cavities.
Post-Surgical Incision Care
Abdominal Wound Drainage
Orthopaedic Post-Op
Gynaecological Post-Op
Dialysis Access Sites
Heavy Exudate Wounds
Trauma Wound Management
Patient Discharge Kits
Home Wound Care
Paediatric Post-Op
OEM & Private Label
Custom configurations from 50,000 pieces. Standard SKUs from 10,000 pieces. Lead time 30–45 days non-sterile; 45–60 days sterile. Full sterilization validation documentation included.
- Custom dimensions (non-standard sizes)
- Cellulose core density / fill weight
- Moisture-resistant backing (with or without)
- Custom envelope count per box
- Private-label envelope & carton printing
- Sterilization method (EO or gamma)
- Shelf-life dating format
- Bilingual / Arabic labelling
Certifications & Standards
Compliance Documentation
All post-op sponge SKUs manufactured under ISO 13485 QMS. LOT-specific test reports and compliance documents available on request for every shipment.
ISO 13485
CE Mark (MDR 2017/745)
FDA 510(k)
SFDA Registered
ISO 10993 Biocompatibility
ISO 11135 / 11137
Latex-Free Certified
Ready to Source Post-Op Sponges?
Request samples, datasheets, and a tailored quotation for your tender specification. Standard SKUs from 10,000 pieces; OEM private label from 50,000 pieces with full CE / FDA / SFDA documentation.