ArthroCare ENT US
ArthroCare ENT InternationalCarboxy-methylcellulose (CMC)
What is CMC?
CMC is a highly absorbent hydrocolloid-polymer polysaccharide material that forms a gel, that when hydrated, absorbs up to 20 times its weight in water.
ArthroCare's Gel-KnitTM "Degree of Substitution" is carefully controlled to ensure optimum solubility and therapeutic efficacy.
Offered in Two Formats/Platforms
Hydrocolloid Fabric- This format is reinforced with nylon to hold fabric together and it is incorporated into Epistaxis products and removable nasal dressings.
Hydrocolloid Dissolvable- This format is void of nylon, thereby allowing the knitted fabric to breakdown and then be carried out through normal patient outflow. This technology is incorporated into Sinus Foam dissolvable dressings.
How CMC Benefits Patients
- Occlusive properties provide a moist environment that promotes epithelialization, an essential for healing
- Hydrocolloid materials provide a natural bacterial barrier, which prevents initial oxygen contact with the wound site
- Occlusive dressings are less likely to become infected
- Hemostatic benefits promote natural platelet aggregation to control minor bleeding
