"Gauze sponges" refer to soft, absorbent pads made of a thin fabric called gauze. They are commonly used in medical settings, such as hospitals or clinics, for various purposes like cleaning wounds or applying medication. Full definition
Other methods that have been used include injecting the wall of the abscess with effective antibiotics or other solutions at periodic intervals; packing the cleaned abscess cavity with gauze sponges impregnated with various products such as medical grade honey, 50 % dextrose solution, antibiotics and enzyme products. (vin.com)
If a pet is spayed while in heat, the surgery takes longer and additional surgical supplies such as gauze sponges and sutures may be needed. (thesprucepets.com)
This mucous should be gently removed with a warm wet gauze sponge, being careful to avoid touching the delicate cornea (the clear covering of the globe). (texaswestveterinarian.com)