Dilapan-S for TOP/ET Time Effective Non-pharma IOL, UK

Available on NHSSC

Gentle, effective, predictable cervical preparation for TOP
and fertility procedures.

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 gentle cervical preparation for termination of pregnancy, embryo transfers, and induction of labour. It is recommended by NICE NG140 for surgical TOP and supported by an extensive library of literature 1-5.

DILAPAN-S is a mechanical dilator which increases in volume by absorbing fluid from the cervical tissue. As the dilators expand, they apply gentle pressure to the cervical wall over a 4-6 hour period. During expansion, it promotes softening of the cervix, causing collagen degradation and tissue restructuring. This enables atraumatic, predictable, and efficient dilation

Biophysical

Osmotic dehydration of cervix >
softening and change in consistency of tissue

Designed specifically to dilate the cervix in three ways

Mechanical

Expanding dilators exert radial pressure against the wall of the cervical canal >

gradual dilatation of the cervix

dilapan supports natural hormone release

Physiological

Continuous pressure stimulates the release of endogenous prostaglandins > effacement of the cervix

Key Benefits

High Efficacy

Favourable Safety Profile

Predictable

Comfortable

Cost Effective

Fast Acting Cervical Dilation

graph showing faster cervical dilation with dilapan vs misoprostol

Cervical dilation over a 3-4 hour period 3

Literature and Resources

References

All studies referenced on this page are listed in the document linked here.

For more studies and resources, visit the resources page. Find this in main menu at the top of the page.

Blog

Go to the DILAPAN-S blog for hints, tips, troubleshooting, and induction content.

Product Information

- 4mmx65mm for cervical priming in TOP – Sold in boxes of 25. Product code DS000-4X65
- 3mmx65mm for difficult embryo transfers – Sold in boxes of 25. Product code –DS000-3X55
- Dilapan-S is stored at room temperature and has minimum shelve life of 2 years.
- Each dilator is individually packaged and sterilised.

Available to purchase directly via AGHealth or via NHSSC.

Insertion Video

Watch the insertion guide video on YouTube

Patient information leaflet

The patient information leaflet has been developed for induction of labour patients, however may still be used to advise patients for TOP/ET procedures on the mode of action and what to expect for their experience.

FAQs

How is DILAPAN-S inserted?

Are the dilators used for TOP and ET the same?

What does the cervix look like after DILAPAN-S?

Who can insert DILAPAN-S?

Will the dilators fall out on their own or do they need to be removed?

3 NHS workers walking down hospital corridor

Trial DILAPAN-S in your unit.

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.