Medical Action Industries Medical Action Specialty Sponges

Medical Action Industries offers a diverse range of specialty sponges primarily in two surgical configurations:

1. Peanut Sponges: These are available in a small 3/8” size, designed for precise manipulation and handling in smaller surgical fields.
2. Laparotomy Sponges: These highly absorbent gauze pads are offered in multiple dimensions, including:
   • Standard sizes: 18” x 18”, 12” x 12”, 17” x 26”, and 18” x 36”.
   • Specialty size: A very long 8” x 108” variant is also available, often used for packing.

Key Product Features

Many of the available variants feature crucial safety elements for surgical environments:

• X-Ray Detectable: Available on multiple configurations, vital for ensuring sponges are accounted for post-procedure.
• Sterility: Sterile options are available for configurations like the 18” x 18” Laparotomy Sponges.
• Condition: All sponges are sold as Factory New.

Yes, this product line includes the specialized Peanut Sponges manufactured by Medical Action Industries.

These sponges are designed for precise surgical applications, allowing for controlled absorption and handling in delicate or restricted surgical areas.

Key details about the Peanut Sponges:

• Size: They are offered in a small 3/8-inch size.
• Safety Feature: They are available in X-ray detectable configurations for enhanced safety and confirmation during procedures.
• Packaging: Peanut Sponges are typically packaged in cases of 100 counts.
• Condition: All sponges are confirmed to be Factory New.

Yes, X-ray detectability is a crucial safety feature included in many configurations of these specialty surgical sponges. This feature is vital for enhancing patient safety and ensuring accurate sponge counts during and after procedures. It allows for clear visualization under imaging.

The X-ray detectable feature is available across various sponge types, including:

• Laparotomy Sponges: Included in several sizes, such as 18” x 18”, 18” x 36”, and the 12” x 12” sterile options.
• Peanut Sponges: The 3/8” size configuration is also available with X-ray detectable properties.

Be sure to select the specific variant that indicates the X-ray detectable feature to ensure you receive the intended product.

Yes, this product line offers a comprehensive selection of specialty surgical sponges, including both Peanut Sponges and various Laparotomy Sponges (Laps), designed for diverse surgical needs.

Available Configurations

• Peanut Sponges: These are available in a 3/8” size, perfect for precise handling and placement in tight surgical fields.
• Laparotomy Sponges: These come in a wide array of dimensions for high-absorbency applications, including 12” x 12”, 17” x 26”, 18” x 18”, and 18” x 36”. A long strip configuration (8” x 108”) is also available.

Safety and Quality Features

To ensure maximum procedural safety, many configurations offer:

• X-Ray Detectability: Several variants (including both Peanut and Laparotomy sponges) feature X-ray detectable material.
• Sterility: Options are available in both sterile and non-sterile conditions.
• Prewashed: Specific Laparotomy variants are offered prewashed.

Yes, Medical Action Industries specialty sponges are offered in several bulk case quantities (per case, or ‘cs’) to accommodate various procedural needs and volume requirements. The available case counts depend on the specific configuration (such as Peanut or Laparotomy sponges):

• 100 per case: Available for configurations including the 3/8” Peanut Sponges.
• 200 per case: A common option, including for specific sterile, prewashed 18” x 18” Laparotomy Sponges.
• 800 per case: The largest bulk quantity offered for select Laparotomy Gauze Sponges.

Yes, sterile configurations are available within this product line, making them suitable for surgical and critical clinical environments. The sterility status depends entirely on the specific product variant selected:

• Sterile Laparotomy Sponges: These are offered in various sizes and often include X-ray detectable features, essential for procedural safety.
• Prewashed and Sterile Options: Specific Laparotomy Gauze Sponges are explicitly listed as being both prewashed and sterile.

It is crucial to verify that the chosen configuration is clearly labeled as “Sterile” to ensure compliance with procedural requirements.

Yes, Medical Action Industries offers a diverse range of specialty surgical sponges tailored for various procedural needs. All products are supplied in Factory New condition and manufactured in the United States (US).

Available Configurations

The product line includes two main types of sponges:

• Laparotomy Sponges: Essential gauze sponges for major procedures, offered in multiple sizes (e.g., 18” x 18”, 18” x 36”, 12” x 12”), including an elongated 8” x 108” size for specific packing requirements.
• Peanut Sponges: Designed for precise manipulation in small areas, available in a compact 3/8” size.

Critical Safety Features

These sponges prioritize patient safety with features such as:

• X-Ray Detectability (XR): This feature is included in most variants (both Laparotomy and Peanut Sponges), which is critical for accurate sponge counting and patient safety post-procedure.
• Sterility: Select configurations, such as the 18” x 18” Laparotomy Sponge, are available as Sterile and Prewashed for immediate use in invasive surgical fields.

These specialty surgical sponges offer key safety features, though availability depends on the specific configuration selected:

• X-Ray Detectable Feature: Yes, several options, including the Peanut Sponges and various Laparotomy Sponges, are designed with X-ray detectable material. This is a crucial feature for ensuring proper counts during and after surgical procedures.
• Sterility Options: Sterility varies by product configuration. Specific variants, such as the 18” x 18” Prewashed Laparotomy Gauze Sponge, are explicitly listed as Sterile for use in invasive procedures. Non-sterile options are also available.

All sponges are guaranteed to be supplied in Factory New condition, with components manufactured in the US.

Yes, specific specialty sponges in this product line are available in prewashed configurations, which is designed to enhance convenience and safety in surgical settings. These options typically include X-ray detectable material and are often sterile.

For example, one specific variant is the:

• Prewashed, Sterile 18” x 18” Laparotomy Gauze Sponge

This prewashing process ensures the gauze is clean and fully prepared for use in critical procedures, meeting the high standards required for operating room environments.

Yes, X-Ray Detectability is a crucial safety feature available across several specialty sponge configurations.

This capability is essential for intraoperative safety, allowing medical professionals to quickly and accurately locate sponges using imaging, minimizing the risk of retained foreign objects.

Specific configurations that often include this feature are:

• Peanut Sponges (e.g., 3/8” size)
• Various Laparotomy Sponges (available in large sizes such as 18” x 36”)

Please note: Not all specialty sponges in this product line include this feature. Always confirm that the specific SKU you select is explicitly labeled as X-Ray Detectable (XR) to ensure compliance with surgical safety protocols.