Engineered for high-volume fluid management, superior tensile stability, zero linting, and full compliance with European Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR 2017/745).
AAMI Level 4
High Absorbency
CE Class I Sterile
Bulk OEM Pack
Hospital Standard
ISO 13485
Custom OEM
EU MDR Compliant
In major open abdominal procedures—such as laparotomies, C-sections, and organ resection surgeries—fluid management in the operative field dictates infection control outcomes, patient thermal regulation, and post-operative healing velocity.
Our custom OEM Abdominal Pads feature a hydrophobic outer spunbond layer that pulls exudate inward while staying dry against surrounding tissue, a dense cellulose fluff pulp matrix reinforced with Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP), and a moisture-barrier blue hydrophobic backing layer to eliminate fluid strike-through onto surgical drapes.
For intraoperative laparotomy sponges and abdominal packs inserted directly into the peritoneal cavity, safety protocol demands 100% traceabilities. We integrate heat-bonded Barium Sulfate ($BaSO_4$) radiopaque threads (min. 60% Barium content) that remain fully visible under intraoperative X-ray fluoroscopy, adhering strictly to EN 14079 guidelines.
Conventional cut gauze or stitched pads risk shedding loose cotton particulate into open surgical wounds, escalating foreign-body reaction and Surgical Site Infection (SSI) risks. Our automated production line utilizes 40kHz ultrasonic edge sealing to encapsulate internal absorbent fibers securely, keeping lint counts well below EN 13795 thresholds.
Portugal's healthcare infrastructure operates under a dual framework: the public Serviço Nacional de Saúde (SNS) overseen by the Central Administration of the Health System (ACSS), and private health conglomerates such as CUF Saúde, Luz Saúde, and Lusíadas Saúde.
Both sectors require strict adherence to INFARMED (Autoridade Nacional do Medicamento e Produtos de Saúde) guidelines, requiring medical device importers and distributors to present comprehensive technical files, CE MDR certifications, and Portuguese-language packaging labels.
As European medical procurement transitions into stricter ESG metrics and regulatory oversight, Portuguese healthcare buyers are recalibrating their supply chain partnerships.
Following the transition from MDD 93/42/EEC to EU MDR 2017/745, Portuguese hospital committees require full clinical evaluation reports (CER), EUDAMED registration data, and robust post-market surveillance (PMS) from medical supply manufacturers.
Hospitals in Lisbon and Porto are actively seeking right-sized primary packaging and eco-friendly secondary cartons to reduce hospital waste tonnage and minimize incineration taxes aligned with Portugal’s Plano Estratégico para os Resíduos Urbanos (PERSU 2030).
To reduce operating room turnaround times between surgical cases, Portuguese surgical teams prefer pre-assembled, sterile procedure packs combining OEM abdominal pads, drapes, equipment covers, and CHG skin preparation applicators into one single-open tray.
Compare physical properties, absorption speeds, and linting control across our primary abdominal dressing product lines.
| Product Category | Core Composition | Absorbency Capacity | X-Ray Detectable | Linting Index | Sterilisation Method | Target Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Non-Woven ABD Pad | Cellulose Fluff + PP Outer Layer | > 350 g/m² | Optional | Very Low (<15 counts) | EO / Gamma Sterile | Exudate Drainage, Post-Op Care |
| Super Absorbent SAP Lap Sponge | SAP Micro-beads + Cellulose Core | > 750 g/m² | Standard ($BaSO_4$ Ribbon) | Ultra Low (<5 counts) | Ethylene Oxide (EO) | Major Abdominal & Trauma Surgery |
| 100% Cotton Gauze Abdominal Pad | 13 or 17-Thread Bleached Gauze | > 280 g/m² | Monofilament Blue Thread | Standard (Pre-washed) | Steam Autoclave / EO | General Surgery, Peritoneal Wiping |
| Fluid-Shield Barrier Pad Set | Multilayer SMMS + PE Backing | > 500 g/m² | Custom Configuration | Zero Linting | EO Sterilised Pouch | High Irrigation Ortho/C-Section |
Operating four specialized manufacturing plants, including a state-of-the-art facility commissioned specifically for custom surgical procedure packs, our organization delivers complete vertical integration from raw fabric lamination to sterile barrier packaging.
Key information regarding compliance, regulatory dossiers, shipping timelines, and custom manufacturing specifications for Portugal.
Whether you are preparing a tender submission for SNS public hospital contracts or seeking high-quality private label surgical dressings for hospital distribution in Portugal, our engineering and export team is ready to assist.