Okcel®
Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Okcel® is an oxidised cellulose haemostat providing faster haemostasis and quicker absorption. Manufactured by the chemical experts Synthesia in the Czech Republic, Okcel® comes in four formats Standard, Heavy-Duty, Fibrous Style and Strengthened Fibrous Style. Okcel® has been used in surgery for over 20 years and has been used in over 3 million surgical procedures.
Our Range of Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Superior Haemostatic Performance
Delivering rapid haemostasis within minutes while offering high absorbency and broad surface-area density to control bleeding efficiently. It is fully absorbed by the body within 21 days, ensuring biocompatibility and leaving no residue. Designed for ease of use, it can be positioned and repositioned without sticking to instruments or retaining a memory effect. The range includes four specialised formats: H-T for routine capillary and minor venous or arteriolar bleeding, H-D for managing heavier blood loss, F for covering large or irregular surfaces and reaching difficult areas, and S for laparoscopic procedures, where easy trocar insertion and expansion on contact with air provide excellent handling and absorbency.
- Rapid, effective bleeding control: Provides haemostasis within minutes, with high absorbency and broad surface coverage.
- Fully absorbable and versatile: Absorbed by the body within 21 days and available in four specialised formats for different surgical and bleeding needs.
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The Cost Saving Opportunity of Okcel®
A Case Study
A Major Cardiac NHS Foundation Trust adopted Okcel® after being made aware of the huge savings that could be achieved by switching from the most commonly used oxidised cellulose haemostat to the Okcel® alternative. The Cardiac Hospital and International Centre of Excellence have a large requirement for the cotton wool form of Okcel®, Okcel® F, due to the nature of Cardiac Surgery. Okcel® F offers faster haemostasis, more accurate placement and increased adaptability over the original form of the product. Over a 4-year period, the Major Cardiac Trust has saved over £350,000 from the previous provider and continues to save over £90,000 a year.
Comparison of The Okcel® Formats
| Product Type | Description | Handling | Indication |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okcel® H-T | •Knitted regular density textile form | •Can be easily cut without fraying •Easy (re)positioning at the bleeding site •Can be rolled •Does not stick to instruments •No memory effect | •Control of capillary, minor venous and minor arteriolar bleeding |
| Okcel® H-D | •Kitted high-density textile form •Higher thickness •Improved endurance •Better efficiency | •Can be easily cut without fraying •Easy (re)positioning at the bleeding site •Can be rolled •Does not stick to instruments •No memory effect | •Control of higher volume capillary, venous and arteriolar bleeding |
| Okcel® F | •Non-woven cotton wool form •Multi-layered structure •Reduced Weight •Extreme Adherence •Extreme flexibility | •Can be easily shaped into a ball or a roll •Any layer can be easily separated for different intensities of bleeding •Easy (re)positioning at the bleeding site •Does not stick to instruments •No memory effect | •Control of bleeding over large areas •For topical applications to irregularly shaped bleeding sites or difficult to access areas |
| Okcel® S | •Strengthened non-woven cotton wool form •Higher absorbency against standard form •Superior handling | •Easy application through a laparoscopic trocar •Easy (re)positioning at the bleeding site •Does not stick to instruments •No memory effect | •Control of capillary, venous and arteriolar bleeding •Suitable for laparoscopic use |
Okcel® H-T Original Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Okcel® H-T is a textile material made from long, natural staple cotton. This knitted version of the absorbable haemostatic material is of standard density. It is used to control capillary bleeding, as well as bleeding from smaller veins and arterioles during surgery and minimally invasive procedures.
- Made from long, natural staple cotton with a knitted, standard-density structure.
- Designed to control capillary bleeding and bleeding from smaller veins and arterioles.
Okcel® H-T Specification
| MPC | Format Size | UOI | NHS SC Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-T501 | 5 x 1.25cm | 15 | ELS540 |
| H-T507 | 5 x 7cm | 15 | ELS485 |
| H-T510 | 7 x 10cm | 15 | ELS484 |
| H-T535 | 5 x 35cm | 10 | ELS482 |
| H-T540 | 10 x 20cm | 10 | ELS483 |
Resources For Okcel® H-T
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Okcel® H-D Heavy-Duty Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Okcel® H-D is a knitted textile version of the absorbable haemostatic material that is thicker, denser and more effective. It is suitable for stopping and controlling the diffusion of higher volumes of blood and bleeding from veins and arterioles during surgical procedures when it is not possible to use ligation or other conventional methods to stop bleeding.
- Thicker, denser knitted structure provides enhanced haemostatic effectiveness.
- Designed for higher-volume bleeding, including bleeding from veins and arterioles when ligation or conventional haemostatic methods are unsuitable.
Okcel® H-D Specification
| MPC | Format Size | UOI | NHS SC Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-D202 | 2.5 x 2.5cm | 15 | ELS486 |
| H-D209 | 2.5 x 9cm | 15 | ELS887 |
| H-D710 | 7 x 10cm | 10 | ELS543 |
| H-D1420 | 14 x 20cm | 10 | ELS891 |
Resources For Okcel® H-D
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Okcel® F Fibrous Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Okcel® F is a non-woven, multi-layered fibrous version of the absorbable haemostatic material that is more lightweight and extremely flexible. It is used to achieve haemostasis over large areas, for surface applications and in hard to reach places.
- Lightweight and highly flexible non-woven, multi-layered absorbable haemostatic material.
- Ideal for haemostasis over large surface areas and hard-to-reach locations.
Okcel® F Specification
| MPC | Format Size | UOI | NHS SC Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-F205 | 2.5 x 5cm | 10 | ELS479 |
| H-F575 | 5 x 7.5cm | 10 | ELS886 |
| H-F510 | 5 x 10cm | 10 | ELS480 |
| H-F1010 | 10 x 10cm | 10 | ELS481 |
Resources For Okcel® F
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Okcel® S Strengthened Fibrous Oxidised Cellulose Haemostats
Okcel® S is a strengthened, non-woven cotton wool form of oxidised cellulose, offering superior handling, higher absorbency and is designed for use in laparoscopic surgery. The properties of Okcel® S mean it does not stick to instruments, it’s easy to pass through the laparoscopic portal and has no memory effect. The two smaller sizes of Okcel® S are also vacuum sealed, condensing the size of the product, allowing for easier passage in laparoscopic surgery. The product then naturally increases in size when exposed to air. Okcel S has the indication to control capillary, venous and arteriolar bleeding.
Okcel® S Specification
| MPC | Format Size | UOI | NHS SC Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-S205 | 2.5 x 5cm | 10 | ELS883 |
| H-S505 | 5 x 5cm | 10 | ELS888 |
| H-S510 | 5 x 10cm | 10 | ELS880 |
| H-S1010 | 10 x 10cm | 10 | ELS980 |
Resources For Okcel® S
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Fasster Haemostasis
Okcel can generate haemostasis within minutes, faster than other oxidised cellulose products on the market.
Easier to Position
Okcel® can be used in open and minimally invasive surgery and is easier to position than traditional haemostats.
More Absorbent
Okcel is more absorbent that traditional haemostats due to the higher surface area of the product.
Fully Absorbed in 21 Days
Okcel® can be left in situ where it is fully absorbed by the body in 21 days without any leftover residues
Learn More About The Manufacturer
An Introduction To Synthesia
Synthesia Nitrocellulose, a.s. builds on more than 100 years of expertise in cellulose derivatives production at the SemtinZone site in Pardubice. Established as an independent subsidiary in 2024, the company is dedicated to the specialized production of cellulose derivatives, organic solvents, inorganic acids and salts, including high-quality haemostats made from non-regenerated oxidised cellulose under the Okcel® brand.
With deep technical expertise, reliable supply, and consistent product quality at its core, Synthesia Nitrocellulose has established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers in its field, serving customers across more than 60 countries. Through continuous investment in modern technologies and production capabilities, the company remains committed to enhancing quality, safety, and sustainability while delivering dependable solutions to customers worldwide.