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Please speak with your doctor about any concerns you may have, or for further explanation of the terms or information discussed on this website.

 

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Ileostomy - Creation of a surgical opening through the abdominal wall into the small intestine. Fecal matter drains through this opening into a bag on the abdomen.

Infertility - The inability to become pregnant.

Inflammation - A localized response (specific to a part of the body) to injury that may be characterized by redness, heat, pain, swelling.

Intraperitoneal Therapy - Chemotherapy treatment delivered through a catheter placed directly into the intra-abdominal space, rather than by intravenous injection.


 
 

Indication

Seprafilm® Adhesion Barrier is used to reduce internal scarring (adhesions) after open abdominal/pelvic surgery.

Important Safety Information

Seprafilm should not be wrapped around a reconnected bowel as this may lead to increased side effects, such as abdominal infections. The safety and effectiveness of Seprafilm has not been established in combination with other adhesion prevention products and/or in surgeries outside of the abdomen or pelvis. The safety and effectiveness of Seprafilm has also not been evaluated in cases of pregnancy, cancer, or known infection. Side effects are consistent with those typically seen following abdominal/pelvic surgery when used as directed.

Please see the Seprafilm Package Insert for full product information and talk to your doctor.

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