QuikClot® Combat Gauze™ represents a critical advancement in emergency medical technology, specifically formulated to stop severe bleeding—a leading cause of death in traumatic injury scenarios. It is engineered to be the first line of defense in the battlefield or in any situation where medical emergencies require swift, decisive action.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Effective Hemostatic Agent: QuikClot Combat Gauze is impregnated with kaolin, an inert mineral known for its ability to accelerate the body’s natural coagulation process, effectively controlling life-threatening bleeding quickly.
- Safe and Sterile: The gauze is white, soft, and nonwoven, ensuring it is gentle on wounds while being free from animal or human proteins or botanicals, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions and contamination.
- Easy Deployment: Each roll is Z-folded and vacuum-packed in a military-grade foil pouch that features an easy-rip design. This packaging ensures quick access and rapid application in high-stress scenarios.
- Flexible and Pliable: Designed to contour seamlessly to any wound, QuikClot Combat Gauze is flexible enough to handle while providing the structural integrity necessary to effectively pack wounds and control bleeding.
- Highly Recommended: Endorsed as the top choice for hemorrhagic agents by the COTCCC and used universally across all branches of the US Military, affirming its effectiveness and reliability in the most challenging conditions.
- Compact and Portable: The vacuum-packed design not only preserves the sterility of the gauze but also makes it compact and easy to carry, an essential feature for first responders and military personnel who require efficiency and portability in their medical supplies.
QuikClot® Combat Gauze™ is more than just a medical supply; it is an indispensable tool for saving lives in critical situations. Its adoption by military and emergency medical professionals worldwide underscores its effectiveness and reliability in stopping severe bleeding and offering the best chance at survival in the face of traumatic injuries.