XSTAT is the only injectable hemostatic product with which you can also apply effective styptic interventions in bullet wounds with very narrow wound edges. Where other means mainly give the pressure down. Provides XSTAT thanks to the sponges that expand as the only 360 degree pressure. XSTAT12 has 38 x-ray sponges that expand to the size of a little finger as soon as they come into contact with a liquid such as blood. The XSTAT12 applicator has a shelf life of up to 5 years. Is 17.5 cm long and has a diameter of 1.3 cm. The XSTAT12 is ideal for use in wounds that have a very narrow wound passage, which means that regular wound packing cannot be performed.
Can be deployed within 30 seconds
No manual pressure required after application
Provides 360 degrees of pressure throughout the wound passage
Provides treatment options for wounds with narrow deep wound passages
Not suitable for use in the abdomen, chest, wounds above the collarbone and skull
Relatively expensive compared to the regular options.
Sponges are difficult to remove pre-hosptially.
If application fails then it is still necessary to switch to wound packing, the gauzes must then remain in place.