Intact Fish Skin for Operating Room Success

Managing surgical and trauma wounds
Our intact fish skin grafts have helped thousands of surgeons with some of their most difficult cases.

Introducing SurgiBind® Tendon Protect

Each year, an estimated 500,000 tendon procedures are performed in the United States, many of which aim to preserve or restore movement following tendon injury. 

SurgiBind Tendon Protect is indicated for the management and protection of tendon injuries in which there has been no substantial loss of tendon tissue. Now available in sizes that are ideal for many upper and lower-extremity tendon procedures, SurgiBind helps manage and protect newly-repaired tendons by providing a covering around the tendon after repair. 

SurgiClose is an intact fish skin graft used for supporting tissue regeneration on surgical, traumatic and acute wounds. SurgiClose Silicone provides a breakthrough balance of protection, breathability, and stability with a combination of fenestrated fish skin and a highly-refined, porous silicone contact layer. 

SurgiBind is Intact fish-skin intended for surgical implantation. The product can be used to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists. The Kerecis fish skin graft are supplied in multiple shapes, variants and sizes and  contain natural skin elements and structure. The product classifies as a medical device and consist of a full thickness fish-skin that has been processed using Kerecis’ proprietary EnviroIntact™ method.

I use Kerecis’ Tendon Protect to help protect newly-repaired tendons. It gives me peace of mind that the repair will last.

– Dr. Christopher Winters

SurgiBind® Tendon Protect

SurgiBind Tendon Protect is a solid sheet of intact fish skin intended for the protection and management of newly repaired tendons.

SurgiClose® Silicone

SurgiClose Silicone provides a breakthrough balance of protection, breathability, and stability with a combination of fenestrated fish skin and a highly-refined, porous silicone contact layer.

SurgiClose® Micro

Intact fish skin graft is cut into smaller sheets using a process that preserves the integrity and composition of the material.

SurgiBind® Fenestrated

Intact fish skin graft fenestrated to allow for easier flow through of liquids

SurgiClose® Meshed 2:1

2:1 pre-meshed intact fish skin graft designed to expand and cover larger wounds. Provides a viable clinical and economic solution for large wounds

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Groundbreaking study fills critical gap in evidence-based treatment options for DFUs with exposed structure.

Benefits of Using SurgiClose and SurgiBind

Experience the Benefits of SurgiClose and SurgiBind in the Operating Room
Reduced Procedure Time
All Kerecis products have a 3-year shelf life and do not need to be tissue tracked or refrigerated. When applying, hydrate our product in a sterile saline for 30 seconds and simply cut or stretch product to the size of the wound and fixate with your chosen method.
Enhanced Wound Healing
Compared to other skin substitutes. We are seeing faster healing times compared to dHACM.
Versatile Applications
Kerecis can be utilized in a variety of specialties with head-to-toe indications. Kerecis offers a variety of sizes and variations to fit your needs.
Built on Sustainability
Kerecis’ manufacturing takes place in the Westfjords of Iceland, an area known for its commitment to environmental protection. We create life-saving value by transforming by-products from the fishing industry into medical devices. Our products are made from locally procured, certified, sustainably sourced North Atlantic Cod. Our manufacturing requires no harsh chemicals that might harm the environment, and it uses exclusively clean, renewable energy.

Through years of surgical experience, I have gained confidence in Kerecis’ SurgiBind fish skin grafts to protect newly-repaired tendons. This new indication builds on that confidence to help protect repaired tendons from scarring and adhesion.

Dr. Lee Rodgers
– Dr. Lee Rogers

For these huge Necrotizing Fasciitis wounds, or huge degloving injuries from trauma, I’m using those larger [Kerecis meshed] pieces and we’re actually saving a lot of money by using those larger pieces.

– Dr. Erika Mabes
, DO
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See how Kerecis saved this patient’s life with Necrotizing Fasciitis

 

Indication for SurgiClose

  • Trauma Wounds
    • Abrasions
    • Lacerations
    • Skin Tears
  • Surgical Wounds
    • Donor site/grafts
    • Post-Mohs surgery
    • Post-laser surgery
    • Podiatric
    • Dehiscence

Indication for SurgiBind

  • For implantation to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists, in patients requiring soft tissue repair, or reinforcement in plastic or reconstructive surgery

Indication for SurgiBind Tendon Protect

  • SurgiBind Tendon Protect is indicated for the management and protection of tendon injuries in which there has been no substantial loss of tendon tissue

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Our Vision is to extend life by supporting the body’s own ability to regenerate.

Important Information

This website and its content is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Products, services, information, and other content provided on this website, including information provided directly or through links to third-party websites, are for informational purposes only. Information on this website should not be considered a substitute for professional advice from a healthcare provider. Always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health-related diagnosis or treatment options.

Products and their variations may not be available in all countries and could be known under different trade names. Products, product names, indications, and claims vary by jurisdiction. Always verify with your local healthcare professional and consult the printed package information before use. Information on this website may not be current and might not reflect the latest product labeling - please refer to latest IFU's on the website. For questions about product availability, please contact your Kerecis representative or use the contact form on our website.

Products are derived from fish sources and should not be used in patients with a known allergy to fish or sensitivity to fish products. Note that fish allergy is distinct from shellfish allergy. SurgiClose Silicone and Shield products contain silicone and are not suitable for patients with silicone sensitivity. SurgiBind is not indicated for procedures requiring load-bearing support, such as hernia repair, for intraperitoneal organ contact, or where a bridging effect is needed. SurgiBind Tendon Protect is not indicated to replace or repair the damaged tendon or to reinforce the strength of any tendon repair. Always follow the product’s labeling for indications and contraindications.

A surgeon must always rely on their professional clinical judgment when deciding whether to use a specific product for a patient. Kerecis does not dispense medical advice and strongly recommends that surgeons be adequately trained in the use of its products before employing them in surgical procedures. The information provided on this website is intended to demonstrate the product offerings and should not replace the package insert, product label, or instructions for use. For regulatory and medical practice reasons, product availability may vary by market. Contact your Kerecis representative for further clarification.

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