The FDA approved Hemospray (Wilson-Cook Medical Inc.) for the control of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Used during endoscopy, the device applies an aerosolized blend of minerals on the site of bleeding in either the upper or lower GI tract. The spray can cover large areas, such as large ulcers or tu mors, but is not intended for variceal bleeding, according to the FDA.
“The device provides an additional, non-surgical option for treating upper and lower GI bleeding in certain patients, and may