C-Sponge III | Surgical Throat Pack with Long Retrieval Tail | Bag of 100 | Xemax

All the airway protection of the C-Sponge Regular — with a long, thin retrieval tail for unobstructed, controlled removal.

The C-Sponge III (CSIII100) features the same oval core as the C-Sponge Regular, with one key addition: an elongated retrieval tail that remains accessible throughout the procedure without interfering with the surgical field. When it’s time to remove, the tail gives the clinician a clear, unobstructed handle — no probing, no repositioning.

Manufactured from highly absorbent polyurethane foam, it maintains structural integrity when fully saturated — resisting migration, collapse, and fragmentation from placement to extubation. Sold in bags of 100 for high-volume surgical practices.

C-Sponge Family: Which to Choose?

• C-Sponge Regular — Oval shape, standard retrieval. Best for routine cases where straightforward removal is expected.
• C-Sponge II — Teardrop shape with integrated retrieval extension. Preferred when faster, more visible removal is a priority.
• C-Sponge III — Oval core with long, thin retrieval tail. Ideal when an unobtrusive tail that stays accessible without blocking the surgical field is needed.

Why Surgeons Switch from Gauze

• Gauze migrates. The C-Sponge III’s foam structure and oval core resist displacement even under active suctioning.
• Gauze collapses. Polyurethane foam maintains its shape when wet — no bunching, no gaps in airway coverage.
• Gauze fragments. The C-Sponge III comes out as a single, intact unit — confirmed in one step via the retrieval tail.
• Gauze is hard to retrieve cleanly. The long tail stays accessible throughout the case, making removal fast and unambiguous.

Key Features

• Oval core with long, thin retrieval tail — stays accessible without blocking surgical access
• Same core size as C-Sponge Regular — familiar fit, enhanced retrieval control
• Highly absorbent polyurethane foam — maintains shape and position when saturated
• Secure, non-collapsing design — reduces risk of fluid aspiration
• Durable foam resists tearing or snagging during rotary instrumentation
• Allows active suctioning without dislodgement
• Smooth, atraumatic surface — gentle placement and removal
• Autoclavable prior to use when a sterile field is required (plastic cycle)
• Easy visual confirmation before extubation via retrieval tail
• Latex-free

Clinical Applications

• Oral and maxillofacial procedures requiring extended or unobtrusive retrieval access
• Routine and complex dental extractions
• Orthognathic and trauma-related jaw procedures
• Sedation dentistry cases requiring reliable airway protection and fluid control
• Cases where visual confirmation of complete retrieval is critical

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Storage, Safety & Handling

• Single use only
• Shipped non-sterile; autoclavable prior to use (plastic cycle) when sterile field conditions are required
• Shelf life: 48 months (4 years)
• Store in a dark, dry place at room temperature 59–86°F (15–30°C)
• May discolor slightly with age or light exposure — does not affect performance
• Not X-ray detectable
• Does not contain latex
• Non-toxic material; does not present an ingestion hazard
• FDA Class I Medical Device | Made in the USA