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NovoSorb BTM - Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix
When trauma to the skin occurs, large portions of the surface of the skin (epidermis) and its deeper layers (dermis) are destroyed. NovoSorb® BTM (Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix) may be used to temporarily close the wound and aid the body in generating new tissue.
NovoSorb BTM is a man-made synthetic polymer that does not contain any biologic materials. This is important because traumatic wounds often contain bacteria that may cause infection. Given that BTM is comprised of synthetic material it does not contain any food for bacteria and has shown to be robust and retain product integrity in the presence of infection.
BTM is applied to a wound once the unhealthy or dead tissue has been surgically removed. BTM temporarily closes the wound, which limits moisture loss.
Cellular migration into the matrix results in new blood vessel formation and collagen production throughout the matrix. This normally takes 2 to 3 weeks
Once a clinician determines the tissue is fully integrated throughout the BTM, the sealing membrane can be removed, leaving a new vascularized dermal layer.
The method of closure will be chosen by the clinician depending on the needs of the wound (split-skin graft, moist wound healing dressings, etc). The matrix will retain its structure as it slowly deteriorates over time until fully absorbed at approximately 18 months.
NovoSorb® BTM is indicated for use in the management of wounds including: partial and full thickness wounds, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, chronic and vascular ulcers, surgical wounds (donor sites/grafts, post-Moh`s surgery, post-laser surgery, podiatric, wound dehiscence), trauma wounds (abrasions, lacerations, second-degree burns, and skin tears) and draining wounds.