Axoguard HA+
Nerve Protector®
Axoguard HA+ Nerve Protector delivers a protective
barrier that remodels into a new tissue plane with a
short-term resorbable hyaluronate-alginate gel coating
designed to enhance nerve gliding and minimize soft
tissue attachments.
Next-level protection
- Axoguard HA+ Nerve Protector is designed to aid in coaptation and protection by serving as an interface between the nerve and surrounding tissue.
- Resorbing hyaluronate alginate gel coating on both sides reduces friction and enhances nerve gliding, while providing short-term protection during the critical phase of healing.1
- Extracellular matrix derived from porcine small intestine submucosa (SIS) allows for vascularization and cell infiltration as part of remodeling.2,3
- Designed for easy handling and flexibility of surgical application—quick hydration, flat sheet configuration and is easy to suture if needed.2
- When hydrated, the lubricant coating reduces friction between the nerve and the surrounding layer.2
Applications suitable for
Axoguard HA+ Nerve Protector include
(when used within the Indications for Use):
- Spinal accessory nerve after neck dissection
- Radial nerve laying on metal plating for humeral shaft and olecranon fractures
- Ulnar nerve during a cubital tunnel release or transposition
- Median nerve through the carpal tunnel
- Traumatic injuries of the sciatic nerve
- Common peroneal nerve after tibial plateau fractures
- Tibial nerve through tarsal tunnel
Ordering and sizing
| Code | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| AGHA12 | 1 cm x 2 cm |
| AGHA22 | 2 cm x 2 cm |
| AGHA24 | 2 cm x 4 cm |
| AGHA36 | 3 cm x 6 cm |
| AGHA48 | 4 cm x 8 cm |
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- Preclinical animal model results may not be predictive of clinical outcomes.
References:
- Enoch S, Leaper DJ. Basic science of wound healing. Surgery (Oxford). 2008;26(2):31-37. doi:10.1016/j.mpsur.2007.11.005
- Data on file (preclinical animal studies and bench top testing; not peer reviewed). Results may not predict clinical performance. Additional information available upon request.
- Kokkalis ZT, et al. Assessment of processed porcine extracellular matrix as a protective barrier in a rabbit nerve wrap model. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2011;27(1):19-28. doi:10.1055/s-0030-1267379
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Indications for Use
Axoguard HA+ Nerve Protector is indicated for the management and protection of peripheral nerve injuries where there is no gap, or following the closure of the gap.
Contraindications
Do not use in patients with known sensitivity to porcine, alginate, or hyaluronate materials.
Not intended for vascular applications.
Potential Complications
Complications associated with surgical nerve procedures may include pain, infection, decreased or increased nerve sensitivity, and complications associated with anesthesia.
If inflammation, allergic reaction, or infection occurs and cannot be resolved, careful removal of the device should be considered.
Rx Only
Caution: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
For complete product information, including indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and adverse events, please refer to the Instructions for Use (IFU).