Investigation of the Efficacy of Algan Hemostatic Agent in Liver Laceration Model in Rats
Objectives: Bleeding control is crucial in preventing negative consequences by reducing blood loss in surgical operations. The aim of this study is to evaluate the hemostatic effect of a new herbal hemostatic agent called Algan Hemostatic Agent (AHA) in an uncontrolled bleeding model made by liver laceration. Methods: In these study 5–7 weeks-old 64 rats were used. Rats were randomly divided into 8 groups each consisting of eight rats (4 groups heparinize and 4 groups non-heparinize). The experimental liver laceration was performed, and physiological serum impregnated gauze was applied to the control group for hemorrhage control, AHA liquid form impregnated gauze, AHA gel, and AHA powder form were applied to experimental groups, respectively. Results: The shortest bleeding time was found in the AHA powder group. The AHA powder form stopped the bleeding in the heparinize group for a mean of 4 s, the non-heparinized group for 2 s. This was followed by the gel group and the liquid group. The bleeding time was significantly shorter in the all AHA group compared to the control group. Conclusion: This study showed that AHA is a highly effective hemostatic agent in controlling bleeding compared to the control group.
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