Silo Bags

Silo Bags are preformed silicone bags indicated for use in infants with gastroschisis. Silo Bags are indicated for the protection of the exposed bowel in infants and are suitable for a bedside staged closure or as a temporary protection before traditional surgical closure.

Benefits

• No need for general anaesthesia
• Can be placed at the bedside
• Transparent bags allow continuous inspection of the condition of the bowel
• Reduces risk of:
  • Leakage of serious exudate
  • Heat loss
  • Torsion
  • Necrotising Entercolitis
  • Lower bowel perforation

• Aids the staged reduction of the gut
• Full kit is available in various sizes
• Studies show reductions in neonatal ITU stay and emphasise the cost benefit compared to operating theatre time

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