Tonsil Sponges. 1-1/2″ (38.1 mm). Large. Double string strung. Cotton-filled. X-ray detectable. Tonsil Sponges are gauze covered, fiber filled, ball shaped sponges. They are especially designed for prepping and sponging in deep cavities having minimal openings. USP Type III absorbent cotton, 28 × 24-mesh gauze outer layer with an X-ray element. Latex-free construction. X-ray element is fully encased between the outer layer of gauze and the inner fill making it secure and visible. Strung tonsils are provided on an accountability card of five sponges ensuring accuracy of sponge counts. Accountability cards have a self-adhesive backing allowing the card to be adhered to the Mayo stand drape. Sterile. Packaged individually in a sterile Tyvek® peel pouch. Latex Free. UOM: 5/Card, 1Card/Pouch, 50Pouch/BX.