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Available on NHSSC
Cost and time effective non-pharma IOL with high maternal satisfaction.
What is DILAPAN-S®?
How does it work?
DILAPAN-S ® is a synthetic osmotic cervical dilator made from patented Aquacryl® hydrogel which guarantees predictable action. DILAPAN-S is used for cervical preparation during induction of labour, TOP, and embryo transfers. For IOL, DILAPAN-S has been shown to have a 80-87% first round success rate and a vaginal delivery rate of 63-81% with excellent patient satisfaction1,2,3.
DILAPAN-S is a mechanical dilator which increases in volume by absorbing fluid from the cervical tissue. A single dilator can expand up to 15 mm over a 12–24 hour period. 4-5 dilators are inserted to safely and sufficiently dilate the cervix.
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Biophysical
Osmotic dehydration of cervix >
softening and change in consistency of tissue
Designed specifically to ripen the cervix in three ways
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Mechanical
Expanding dilators exert radial pressure against the wall of the cervical canal >
gradual dilatation of the cervix
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Physiological
Continuous pressure stimulates the release of endogenous prostaglandins > effacement of the cervix
Key Benefits
Cost Effective
Time Saving
High Efficacy
Enhanced Safety
Superior Maternal Satisfaction
Literature and Resources
FAQs
How is DILAPAN-S inserted?
How do DILAPAN-S success rates compare to other ripening agents?
Which patient groups can DILAPAN-S be used for?
How long does the patient remain ARMable after removal?
What does the cervix typically look like after DILAPAN-S?
Is CTG monitoring after insertion and during cervical ripening necessary?
Will the dilators fall out on their own or do they need to be removed?
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Make a positive difference to IOL in your hospital.
You won’t be doing it alone.
Your dedicated account manager will provide personalised support tailored to your hospital’s needs and protocols.
Your DILAPAN-S specialist
will train your staff, help you audit, troubleshoot, and provide other supportive resources whenever you need them.