Fish Skin for Burn Healing

Faster healing, potentially decreasing length of stay

GraftGuide, the cutting-edge solution from Kerecis, redefines burn care, offering unprecedented advantages for both patients and surgeons.

Kerecis GraftGuide® Products

Kerecis GraftGuide is intact fish skin especially developed for the management of burn wounds and donor sites.

The Kerecis fish-skin grafts contain fat, protein, elastin, glycans and other natural skin elements and are supplied in multiple shapes, variants and sizes.

The product classifies as a medical device and consist of a full thickness fish-skin that has been processed using Kerecis’ proprietary EnviroIntact™ method. The product is not subject to the May 31, 2021, FDA 351 regulation.

GraftGuide® Mano

The intact fish-skin graft in the shape of the hand to easily allow application on its complex 3D structure. Available in two sizes, medium and large, and in either left or right versions, for use in palmar or dorsum applications. Designed to reduce operation time when managing hand burn injuries.

GraftGuide 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.

Our Vision is to extend life by supporting the body’s own ability to regenerate.

Largest RCT on DFUs with Exposed Bone or Tendon Brings New Hope for Patients

Groundbreaking study fills critical gap in evidence-based treatment options for DFUs with exposed structure.

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Benefits of Using GraftGuide Products

Here’s why GraftGuide is indispensable for burn treatment:

Accelerated Recovery

GraftGuide streamlines graft application in burn cases, expediting healing and reducing patient recovery times. By facilitating precise placement, it optimizes the integration process, enabling patients to heal faster and return to their lives sooner.

Decreased Length of Stay

With GraftGuide, hospitals can significantly reduce the length of stay for burn patients. Its efficiency in graft application minimizes the need for prolonged hospitalization, leading to cost savings and improved resource allocation.

Coverage for Large Areas

GraftGuide is uniquely equipped to handle extensive burn injuries. Its adaptable design enables surgeons to cover large areas efficiently, providing comprehensive wound coverage with precision and ease.

Enhanced Patient Comfort

GraftGuide prioritizes patient comfort throughout the healing process.

GraftGuide’s efficiency in graft application minimizes the need for prolonged hospitalization…

See how Kerecis Helped Burn Survivor Pétur Oddsson

For these huge Necrotizing Fasciitis wounds, or huge degloving injuries from trauma, I’m using those larger [Kerecis meshed] pieces and we’re actually saving a lot of money by using those larger pieces.

Dr. Erika Mabes, DO

Indication

Partial and full thickness wounds.
Trauma wounds, including abrasions, lacerations, second-degree burns, skin tears.
Surgical wounds, including donor sites, post-Mohs surgery, post-laser surgery, podiatric, wound dehiscence.

Other Kerecis Products for Operating Room Use

SurgiClose®

Intact fish skin graft used for supporting tissue
regeneration on surgical, traumatic and acute wounds.
Easily adheres to complex wound beds and helps provide a natural
microbial barrier.2,3,6

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SurgiClose® Micro

Intact Fish Skin that has been fragmented.
Offers more surface area that non-fragmented grafts and is designed to adhere to and fill deep wound spaces and irregular geometries
Demonstrates excellent ease of use and application characteristics, while also minimizing potential product waste.

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SurgiBind®

Intact and implantable fish skin graft for tissue reinforcement and is FDA-approved as a medical device for surgical implantation.
Aids in the reinforcement of soft tissue where weakness exists in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

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From the town of Isafjordur in northwest Iceland, Kerecis develops, manufactures, and sells patented fish skin soft tissue regeneration products that have regulatory approval in the United States, Europe and several other jurisdictions.

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.

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

Lullove, E. J., et al. A multicenter, blinded, randomized controlled clinical trial evaluating the effect of Omega-3–rich fish skin in the treatment of chronic, nonresponsive diabetic foot ulcers. Wounds (2021).

Fish Skin for Burn Healing

Kerecis GraftGuide® Products

GraftGuide® Mano

GraftGuide Meshed 2:1

Our Vision is to extend life by supporting the body’s own ability to regenerate.

Largest RCT on DFUs with Exposed Bone or Tendon Brings New Hope for Patients

Benefits of Using GraftGuide Products

Accelerated Recovery

Decreased Length of Stay

Coverage for Large Areas

Enhanced Patient Comfort

GraftGuide’s efficiency in graft application minimizes the need for prolonged hospitalization…

See how Kerecis Helped Burn Survivor Pétur Oddsson

For these huge Necrotizing Fasciitis wounds, or huge degloving injuries from trauma, I’m using those larger [Kerecis meshed] pieces and we’re actually saving a lot of money by using those larger pieces.

Indication

Other Kerecis Products for Operating Room Use

SurgiClose®

SurgiClose® Micro

SurgiBind®

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Important Information

Not Healthcare Advice

Availability and Indications

Contraindications

Surgeon Disclaimer

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