They are used mostly during abdominal and thoracic surgery or in deep wounds to absorb fluids; however, they can also be used to “wall off” the surgical site. The friction of their coarse fibers also allows laparotomy sponges to be used to retract slippery visceral organs.

We offer a range of surgical and abdominal swabs and sponges, all made from a single layer non-woven.

Our abdominal swabs absorb more effectively and the range comprises of four product sizes, available in white or green, with or without loops.

These products are available non-sterile in bulk or sterile, in different packs.