Methods of Mechanical Hemostasis Intra-operative

Question 1

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Clamps

Answer 1

. Used to compress the
walls of vessels
. Used for grasping
tissue
. Most common is the
hemostat

Question 2

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Ligatures

Answer 2

. Ligatures
. Ties
. Stick ties
. Use the smallest
diameter possible

Question 3

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Clips

Answer 3

Clips are used in
place of sutures
– Occlude vessels
when applied

Question 4

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Sponges

Answer 4

. Used to apply
pressure
. Absorb excess blood
. Laparotomy sponge
. Rey-tecs
. Patties

Question 5

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Pledgets

Answer 5

. For bleeding through
needle holes in vessel
anastomosis
. Small squares of Teflon
. Sewn over the hole
. Exerts outside pressure

Question 6

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Bone Wax

Answer 6

. Made of refined
sterile beeswax
. Used on edges of
cut bones
. Mechanical barrier
to seal off oozing
blood

Question 7

Methods of Hemostasis Intraoperative: Suction

Answer 7

. Used to aspirate
. Clear the surgical site
. Connected to
disposable tubing
. Must always be
available