{"product_id":"chitogauze-xr2-pro-hemostatic-gauze","title":"ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO Hemostatic Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO Hemostatic Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO\u003c\/strong\u003e by Tricol Biomedical (HemCon) is the next-generation chitosan hemostatic gauze featuring \u003cem\u003edual\u003c\/em\u003e embedded X-ray detectable strips, a uniform chitosan coating on a polyester\/rayon blend gauze base, and CoTCCC-recommended status. The 3 in. × 4 yd. Z-fold vacuum-packed gauze uses Chito+ technology — chitosan muco-adhesion independent of the clotting cascade — and offers antimicrobial properties against 26 bacterial organisms including MRSA. NAR Item #: 30-0265.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eTricol Biomedical \/ HemCon Medical Technologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eItem # \/ NSN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNAR #30-0265  |  Tricol #1101\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eChitosan (Chito+ technology) — coated on polyester\/rayon blend gauze\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e3 in. × 4 yds. (7.5 cm × 3.7 m) — Z-fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaged Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e5.75 in. H × 5.0 in. W × 0.65 in. D\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight (packaged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e0.045 lbs (~0.72 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eX-Ray Detectable Strips\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual\u003c\/strong\u003e embedded radiopaque strips (XR2 distinguishing feature)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eZ-fold, vacuum-sealed foil pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eAntimicrobial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eActive against 26 bacterial organisms including MRSA, E. faecalis, A. baumannii\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eCoTCCC Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eRecommended — chitosan-based alternative (TCCC Guideline Change 13-05, 2014)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eLatex Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eDressing Dwell Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eUp to 48 hours before removal\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most advanced ChitoGAUZE product — an evolution of the original HemCon ChitoGauze that adds a second X-ray detectable strip and an optimized chitosan coating while maintaining the same 3 in. × 4 yd. Z-fold format used across the ChitoGAUZE product family. The designation \"XR2\" indicates \u003cem\u003etwo\u003c\/em\u003e radiopaque threads embedded in the gauze, providing enhanced imaging reliability compared to the single-strip XR PRO version. The dual strips ensure that surgical teams can identify all gauze material in a wound cavity on X-ray, an important safety feature for packed wounds receiving surgical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe Chito+ technology coating provides a robust, uniformly applied chitosan layer on both sides of the polyester\/rayon blend non-woven medical gauze. The positively charged chitosan interacts with the negatively charged membranes of red blood cells — an electrostatic muco-adhesion mechanism that is independent of the body's clotting cascade. This means ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO maintains hemostatic efficacy in hypothermic patients, anticoagulated patients, and those with trauma-induced coagulopathy where Factor XII-dependent pathways (activated by kaolin in QuikClot) may be impaired. ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO was added to the CoTCCC recommendations in the 2014 TCCC Guideline Change 13-05, alongside Celox Gauze, as a recommended alternative to QuikClot Combat Gauze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eA clinically important additional benefit is ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO's antimicrobial properties. The chitosan coating demonstrates activity against a broad spectrum of 26 bacterial organisms — including methicillin-resistant \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e (MRSA), \u003cem\u003eEnterococcus faecalis\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAcinetobacter baumannii\u003c\/em\u003e — organisms commonly encountered in combat and trauma wound environments before antibiotic treatment begins or transfer to a medical treatment facility is complete. ChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO can remain in place for up to 48 hours, longer than most hemostatic gauze dressings, and is removed by peeling gently from the wound without irrigation required (the non-shedding chitosan coating prevents residual material in the wound). The gauze conforms to complex wound geometries, filling irregular surfaces and penetrating wound tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- How to Apply --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding-left:1.4em;font-size:15px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdentify and expose the source of bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOpen the vacuum-sealed pouch and remove the Z-fold gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCover the source of bleeding with the dressing; apply direct digital pressure to the source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePack the dressing completely into the wound track, ensuring contact with all bleeding surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApply firm pressure for a minimum of 3 minutes (longer for arterial wounds). Do not lift to inspect — maintain continuous pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore than one dressing may be required for large wounds. If trimming the dressing, ensure both radiopaque elements are included in the applied portion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSecure with a pressure bandage. Can remain in place for up to 48 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Comparison Context --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eXR2 PRO vs. XR PRO vs. Combat Gauze\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChitoGAUZE XR2 PRO\u003c\/strong\u003e vs. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/products\/chitogauze-xr-pro-hemostatic-gauze\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXR PRO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Both are 3 in. × 4 yd. CoTCCC-recommended chitosan gauze with the same Chito+ mechanism. The XR2 adds a second X-ray detectable strip — a surgical safety upgrade for hospitals and combat support hospitals receiving packed wounds. Versus \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/products\/quickclot-combat-gauze-hemostatic-dressing\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuikClot Combat Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Combat Gauze activates Factor XII (requires intact clotting cascade); ChitoGAUZE acts independently (works in anticoagulated, hypothermic patients) and adds antimicrobial benefit. The antimicrobial advantage and dual X-ray strips make XR2 PRO the preferred choice for prolonged field care and hospital handoff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eSee all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ehemostatic agents\u003c\/a\u003e at MED-TAC, or complete your kit with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ehemorrhage control kit\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-kits-first-aid\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eIFAK\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. 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