Amann Gauze Packer

Description

Amann Gauze Packer

The Amann gauze packer places gauze into the uterus or vagina. Clinicians use packing like this to help control bleeding.

How packing works

Gauze fills the space and applies gentle pressure to the tissue. So it can help slow bleeding from the uterine or vaginal wall. Then the team removes the pack after the time their protocol sets.

Length of about 32 cm

The long reach lets you feed gauze deep into the cavity. Meanwhile, your grip remains outside the vaginal opening. Also, it gives control over each layer of packing as you build it up.

Where it fits

Obstetric and gynecologic teams keep a packer for bleeding emergencies. For example, it can appear on a postpartum hemorrhage tray. However, local protocols decide when packing suits a patient.

Keeping it ready

Bleeding cases rarely allow time to search for tools. Therefore, store the Amann gauze packer where the whole team can find it. Plus, check it after each use so it stays ready.

Reprocessing Amann gauze packer

Clean the packer promptly, since blood and lint collect on the tip. Next, run a full wash and inspect the working end under light. Finally, dry it and return it to the emergency tray.

Amann gauze packer specifications

• Length: about 32 cm
• Amann pattern
• For uterine or vaginal gauze packing

Support after you buy

We stand behind this instrument with a three-year manufacturing warranty. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. For care and cleaning questions, read our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. To hold tissue aside while packing, see our Sims uterine depressor. Also, see our whole OB/GYN instrument range.

For trained professionals only. Notes on images and nickel content sit in our care and sterilization guide; see shipping and delivery for dispatch details.