| abstract |
A hemostasis device and method is provided for closing wounds by the application of pressure. In general, the device includes one or more inflatable bladders which may be coupled to a portion of a patient's body in order to apply pressure to a wound site upon inflation. The device may be used in a variety of applications. For example, the device may be used to close puncture wounds to blood vessels, such as the femoral artery, that are associated with the introduction of a catheter into the body. The device may also be used as a tourniquet for applying pressure to lacerations. |