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Thermal Burns

Treating with KeraStat®

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KeraStat® Gel is a sterile, non-implantable, keratin-based hydrogel intended to act as a protective covering for a variety of partial thickness dermal wounds. When applied, KeraStat® Gel envelops the injury, absorbs excess exudate, and maintains a moist environment to facilitate recovery.

 

KeraStat® is indicated for the management of partial thickness wounds caused by thermal insult.

The video to the left provides a general understanding of burn classifications and the use of KeraStat in the care of these injuries.

 

Indications for Use

KeraStat® Gel is indicated for management of a number of skin traumas, such as:

  • First and second degree burns
  • Severe sunburns
  • Superficial injuries, cuts, abrasions, and incisions

 

Under the direction of a healthcare practitioner, KeraStat® Gel may also be used in the management of:

  • Pressure ulcers (stage I – III)
  • Venous stasis ulcers
  • Ulcers caused by mixed vascular etiologies
  • Diabetic ulcers
  • Donor sites and grafts

Relevant Publications

Assessment of Deep Partial Thickness Burn Treatment with Keratin Biomaterial Hydrogels in a Swine Model

Evaluation of skin regeneration after burns in vivo and rescue of cells after thermal stress in vitro following treatment with a keratin biomaterial