Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important part of healthcare. The NHS has pledged to become the first health service in the world to reach carbon net zero and has placed greener policies at the heart of its operations. As a result, more and more trusts are switching to eco-friendly products like Okcel, this is great news for everyone, from patients to taxpayers.
An oxidised cellulose haemostatic material, Okcel is made from natural fibres and offers surgeons a higher level of sustainability without compromising on quality or performance. Incredibly effective and easy to use, Okcel is a practical and environmentally friendly choice for a range of medical procedures.
Unlike the market leader, which is manufactured from Rayon, a semi-synthetic fibre, Okcel is made of 100% natural cotton. This means that Okcel is biodegradable, bioresorbable, and biocompatible. As it’s a plant-based product, Okcel is less polluting and more sustainable than man-made alternatives, making it ideal for hospitals and trusts that are trying to lower their carbon footprint and boost their green credentials.
Another reason that Okcel is considered a sustainable haemostatic agent is that it’s fully absorbed by the body within 21 days. As Okcel isn’t thrown away after use, the product produces low levels of waste. The natural raw materials used to make Okcel will reabsorb after a few weeks, which reduces the need to incinerate leftover surgical waste, such as gauze.
Transportation can be one of the most polluting parts of the manufacturing process. This is especially true when products are shipped from far-off countries like China. This isn’t the case with Okcel, which is produced in Europe. Manufactured using sustainable practices in the Czech Republic, it doesn’t have to travel far to reach the UK and therefore has a lower carbon footprint than many alternative haemostats.
Okcel is known for providing superior haemostasis. It acts within minutes and is far more absorbent than a traditional haemostatic agent thanks to its high surface area. Another benefit of the product is that it can be relocated if needed. This means that less of the haemostat is needed each time, further reducing waste and minimising consumption.
One of the most effective and sustainable haemostats on the market, Okcel offers hospitals the chance to improve their environmental credentials while maintaining high levels of patient care. To learn more about Okcel and the many benefits it offers over traditional haemostats, contact us and speak to a friendly member of our team today.