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Kerecis VET

Kerecis VET manages damaged tissue such as partial and full thickness wounds, trauma wounds and burn wounds in small and large animals including mammals and exotic species
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Kerecis VET is an intact fish skin that has been successfully used to support tissue regeneration and repair in various animal species. Kerecis fish skin products are FDA cleared for diverse clinical applications. Our proprietary manufacturing method, which involves minimal processing, allows the fish skin to preserve its natural qualities, including its three-dimensional structure, mechanical properties, molecular organization, and composition.

When grafted onto damaged tissue, such as a burn or wound, the fish skin recruits the body’s own cells, supporting the ability to regenerate. The superior clinical and economic performance of Kerecis fish skin has been demonstrated in multiple human blinded, randomized, controlled clinical trials[3,4,5] and numerous other clinical studies.

Features & Benefits

Kerecis is pioneering the use of fish skin to revolutionize wound care and:
Speeds wound healing and provides intrinsic anti-inflammatory properties
There is no potential risk of autoimmune reactivity, unlike in mammalian grafts
Does not require special training, instruments, or bandage materials
Preserves the structure and porosity of the fish skin graft, ideal for cellular ingrowth
Covered by some veterinary medical insurance
Adheres to wounds in a variety of shapes and sizes, including mobile joints
Resists shearing forces, allowing early physiotherapy
Supports the restoration of the skin’s pigmentation, while minimizing scarring

Intended Use

Kerecis® VET is indicated for the management of wounds including:

  • Partial and full-thickness wounds
  • Traumatic wounds (abrasions, lacerations, skin tears)
  • Superficial and partial thickness burns
Instructions for Use
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The four Hallmarks of Kerecis Tissue Regeneration

Key factors for an optimal tissue replacement product are recognized to be a product that has had it’s cells removed, and a native structure that is not affected or altered by the applied treatment process, thereby retaining its overall lipid content, ECM biochemical composition, structure, and complexity. These are the 4 hallmarks of tissue regeneration:
Kerecis Mechanism of Action
Key factors for an optimal tissue replacement product are recognized to be a product that has had its cells removed, and a native structure that is not affected or altered by the treatment process, thereby retaining its overall lipid content, ECM biochemical composition, structure, and complexity.
Intact molecular organization
Fish skin is homologous to human skin.
Natural Mechanical Properties
Naturally strong, handles like skin, and easy
to suture or staple.
Preserved Molecular Content
Chemical complexity of the fish skin supports cell ingrowth and
vascularization.
Three dimentional structure
Intact structure provides a framework to support
tissue regeneration.
Intact molecular organization
Fish skin is homologous to human skin.
Natural Mechanical Properties
Naturally strong, handles like skin, and easy
to suture or staple.
Preserved Molecular Content
Chemical complexity of the fish skin supports cell ingrowth and
vascularization.

All Vertebrates Have Similar Skin Structure

Fish skin
Human Skin
Kerecis VET

Solid

The intact fish-skin graft in various sizes.

Description & Sizing
SKU
Total Units
3x3.5 cm
80200S01B0D
10.5 cm²
3x7 cm
80200S02B0D
21 cm²
7x7 cm
80200S04B0D
49 cm²
7x10 cm
80200S03B0D
70 cm²
7x20 cm
80200S21B0D
140 cm²
Kerecis VET

Micro

Micro is a unique configuration of the intact fish skin graft. It is fragmented into smaller units, allowing it to fill uneven and irregular wound spaces. The product offers excellent ease of use and application handling.

Description & Sizing
SKU
Total Units
19 cm²
80200P02D0D
19 cm²
38 cm²
80200P04D0D
38 cm²
114 cm²
80200P32D0D
114 cm²
Micro
Kerecis VET

Meshed 2:1

2:1 pre-meshed intact fish-skin graft designed to expand and cover larger wounds. Provides a viable clinical and economic solution for large wounds.

Description & Sizing
SKU
Total Units
7x20 cm
80200N21B0D
Up to 252 cm²

Important Information

This website and its content is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Products, services, information, and other content provided on this website, including information provided directly or through links to third-party websites, are for informational purposes only. Information on this website should not be considered a substitute for professional advice from a healthcare provider. Always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health-related diagnosis or treatment options.

Products and their variations may not be available in all countries and could be known under different trade names. Products, product names, indications, and claims vary by jurisdiction. Always verify with your local healthcare professional and consult the printed package information before use. Information on this website may not be current and might not reflect the latest product labeling - please refer to latest IFU's on the website. For questions about product availability, please contact your Kerecis representative or use the contact form on our website.

Products are derived from fish sources and should not be used in patients with a known allergy to fish or sensitivity to fish products. Note that fish allergy is distinct from shellfish allergy. SurgiClose Silicone and Shield products contain silicone and are not suitable for patients with silicone sensitivity. SurgiBind is not indicated for procedures requiring load-bearing support, such as hernia repair, for intraperitoneal organ contact, or where a bridging effect is needed. SurgiBind Tendon Protect is not indicated to replace or repair the damaged tendon or to reinforce the strength of any tendon repair. Always follow the product’s labeling for indications and contraindications.

A surgeon must always rely on their professional clinical judgment when deciding whether to use a specific product for a patient. Kerecis does not dispense medical advice and strongly recommends that surgeons be adequately trained in the use of its products before employing them in surgical procedures. The information provided on this website is intended to demonstrate the product offerings and should not replace the package insert, product label, or instructions for use. For regulatory and medical practice reasons, product availability may vary by market. Contact your Kerecis representative for further clarification.

1

Magnusson, S., et al. Decellularized fish skin: characteristics that support tissue repair. Laeknabladid. 101, 567–573 (2015).

2

Rakers, S., et al. ‘Fish matters’: the relevance of fish skin biology to investigative dermatology. Exp Dermatol. 19, 313–324 (2010).

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From the town of Ísafjörður in northwest Iceland, Kerecis develops, manufactures, and distributes patented fish-skin medical devices that support soft tissue regeneration in the body, with regulatory approvals in the United States, Europe, and beyond.

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