Neurosurgical Cotton Patty
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2 Unit = 2,250 EGP
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Neurosurgical Cotton Patty
A neurosurgical cotton patty (cottonoid) is a sterile, highly absorbent surgical sponge designed for delicate brain, spinal, ENT, and microsurgical procedures. Made from natural absorbent cotton, each patty is fitted with a radiopaque (X-ray detectable) marker thread to enable safe counting and retrieval during and after surgery. It protects sensitive neural tissue from trauma and absorbs irrigation fluids to maintain a clear operative field. Single-use; typically supplied sterile in individual pouches or on a count card.
Specifications
- Shape
- Square / Rectangle
- Sterile
- Yes — sterile, single-use
- Material
- Cotton (absorbent medical-grade)
- Application
- Neurosurgery, spinal surgery, ENT, microsurgery, ophthalmology
- Typical pack
- 10 pcs per count card / sterile bag (not confirmed for this listing)
- Radiopaque thread
- Yes — X-ray detectable marker string for counting and retrieval
- Common sizes range
- 1×1 cm, 2×2 cm, 4×4 cm (and other sizes; not confirmed for this listing)
Questions & answers
What is a neurosurgical cotton patty and why is it used in the operating room?
A neurosurgical cotton patty (cottonoid) is a small, sterile absorbent cotton sponge used during brain and spinal surgery to absorb fluids and protect delicate neural tissue. It contains a radiopaque marker thread to ensure all pieces are counted and none are inadvertently retained in the patient.
Is the neurosurgical cotton patty single-use only?
Yes, neurosurgical cotton patties are strictly single-use disposable items. They come pre-sterilized and individually packaged or mounted on a count card to meet surgical safety standards.
What is the difference between a neurosurgical cotton patty and regular wound gauze?
Neurosurgical cotton patties are purpose-engineered for delicate microsurgery: they are softer and more pliable when wet, conforming to irregular brain contours, and include a radiopaque thread for safety counting. Regular wound gauze lacks these features and is not suitable for use within the cranial cavity.
Which surgical specialties use neurosurgical cotton patties?
Neurosurgical cotton patties are primarily used in neurosurgery and spinal surgery, as well as ENT (ear, nose & throat), ophthalmic surgery, vascular microsurgery, and other procedures requiring fine tissue protection and fluid absorption.
