Protects against leaks 


The only* staple line reinforcement proven to significantly reduce leaks in sleeve gastrectomy procedures.1 

Strengthens staples lines

Thin uniform material is designed to mechanically increase the strength of the staple line by evenly distributing staple pressure over a wider surface area—the same way a washer increases the strength of a nut and bolt assembly.2

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A comparison of leak rate percentages among five staple line reinforcement (SLR) types: 

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GORE® SEAMGUARD® Reinforcement had a significantly lower leak rate compared to other methods1

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148 papers included in analysis

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40,653 patients

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Comparison of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy leak rates in five staple-line reinforcement options: a systematic review. Surgical Endoscopy

The overall leak rate for GORE® SEAMGUARD® Reinforcement was 0.7% (less than 0.39% in the U.S.)1
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* Considering all systematic review and meta-analysis of published articles only that distinguish between types of staple line reinforcement.

  1. Gagner M, Kemmeter P. Comparison of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy leak rates in five staple-line reinforcement options: a systematic review. Surgical Endoscopy 2020;34(1):396-407. 
  2. McCrea C. GORE® SEAMGUARD® Reinforcement Product Family: Relationship between Design Inputs and “Engineered to reduce the incidence of perioperative leaks and bleeding” Marketing Statement. Flagstaff, AZ; 2015. [Work plan]. WP107241 
IFU Consult instructions

Refer to Instructions for Use at eifu.goremedical.com for a complete description of all applicable indications, warnings, precautions and contraindications for the market where this product is available. RXOnly

INDICATIONS FOR USE IN EUROPE: GORE® SEAMGUARD® Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement is indicated for use in surgical procedures in which soft tissue transection or resection with staple line reinforcement is needed.  

GORE® SEAMGUARD® Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement can be used for reinforcement of staple lines during lung resection, bronchial, bariatric, colon, colorectal, gastric, mesentery, pancreas and small bowel procedures.

CONTRAINDICATIONS: The GORE® SEAMGUARD® Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement is not indicated for patients requiring the patch reconstruction of cardiovascular defects such as cardiac, great vessel, and peripheral vascular arteries or veins. 

Product may not be available in all countries. Please check with your Gore representative for availability.
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