| abstract |
Polymer compositions, methods, and delivery devices that suppress bleeding are disclosed. This method involves the topical administration of a dry material to the wound, which can include a cross-linked biocompatible polymer that forms a hydrogel when exposed to blood. The material does not have to contain an activator such as thrombin. The dry material can be administered using the spring-loaded delivery device described herein. [Selection diagram] Fig. 1 |