Avitene Ultra Foam Cast Microfibrillar Collagen Hemostat Sponge
by Davol Inc., Sub. C. R. Bard, Inc. PMA
Active
PMA N17600
Overview
The Avitene Ultra Foam Cast Microfibrillar Collagen Hemostat (MCH) Sponge is an absorbable hemostatic agent based on collagen. It is designed to control bleeding during surgical procedures by promoting natural clot formation.
This sponge is supplied as a sterile, single-use device and is intended for use in general and plastic surgery procedures. It is not MRI compatible and should be stored according to the manufacturer's instructions. The device has received FDA PMA approval.
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA PMAAPPR | NumberN17600 | Date26 Aug 1976 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not known
- Not covered
United States — FDA PMA Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.
Specification
- Full name
- Avitene Ultra Foam Cast Microfibrillar Collagen Hemostat (Mch) Sponge
- Trade Name
- Avitene (Microfibrillar Collagen Homostat)
- Generic Name
- Agent, absorbable hemostatic, collagen based
- PMA Number
- FDA Product Code
- LMF
- Device Class
- Class III
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 878.4490
- Advisory Committee
- General, Plastic Surgery
- FDA Decision
- APPR Approved
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Questions
What is the Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge used for?
The Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge is used as an absorbable hemostatic agent in surgical procedures to control bleeding. It works by promoting natural clot formation through its collagen-based composition.
Is the Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge reusable?
No, the Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge is supplied as a sterile, single-use device and should not be reused. Each sponge is intended for one surgical procedure only to ensure sterility and effectiveness.
What regulatory approvals does the Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge have?
The Avitene Ultra Foam Cast MCH Sponge has received FDA PMA (Pre-market Approval) with the product code LMF. It is authorized for use in general and plastic surgery procedures as an absorbable hemostatic agent.