Cohealyx®

Product Overview

Cohealyx is a resorbable collagen dermal matrix engineered to prepare complex wounds that require dermal regeneration for definitive closure (ie., skin grafting) as early as Day 5. Its porous architecture provides a scaffold that supports cellular infiltration, formation of new vascularized tissue, and preparation of the wound bed for skin grafting.

References

  • Instructions for Use. Cohealyx® Collagen Dermal Matrix.
  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.

Cohealyx was designed to support one of the most important milestones in reconstruction: achieving a healthy, vascularized wound bed ready for definitive closure. By combining purified Type I and III collagen, a highly porous architecture, and a ready-to-use format, Cohealyx helps surgeons prepare wounds as soon as Day 5 while integrating naturally into staged reconstructive workflows.

References

  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.

Cohealyx collagen dermal matrix is indicated for the management of wounds, including:

  • Full thickness and partial thickness wounds
  • Chronic wounds (e.g. pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, chronic ulcers)
  • Surgical wounds (donor sites/grafts, post-Moh’s surgery, post-laser surgery, podiatric, wound dehiscence)
  • Trauma wounds (abrasions, lacerations, and skin tears)
  • Draining wounds
  • Partial thickness burns

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Sheets

  • 2 cm x 4 cm (8 cm2), sold as a carton of 1
  • 5 cm x 5 cm (25 cm2), sold as a carton of 1
  • 10 cm x 10 cm (100 cm2), sold as a carton of 1
  • 10 cm x 20 cm (200 cm2), sold as a carton of 1
  • 20 cm x 35 cm (700 cm2), sold as a carton of 1

Why Cohealyx?

Cohealyx is designed to prepare a healthy, vascularized wound bed for definitive closure. In clinical studies, wounds were ready for grafting as early as Day 5 (median Day 11).* Cohealyx also delivers predictable wound bed preparation; 97% autograft take compared to 85% and 68% seen with leading competitors^, 4x less wound contraction compared to leading competitors^, and 0% infection rate^.

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*Based on clinical data.

^Based on preclinical data

  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.
  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Akpunonu C, et al. J Surg. 2025;10(07):11337.

In a single-arm prospective study, Cohealyx supported graft readiness for definitive wound closure as soon as Day 5 (11 median). Timing for your practice should be based on clinical assessment of the wound. Once the wound demonstrates healthy vascularization and is judged ready by the treating surgeon, definitive closure with a split-thickness skin graft, with or without RECELL, may be performed.

References

  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.

Successful reconstruction depends on establishing a healthy, vascularized wound bed. A vascularized wound bed supplies oxygen and nutrients that support tissue regeneration and successful skin graft take. Delays in vascularization may prolong the reconstructive process, whereas establishing a healthy vascular network helps move patients toward definitive closure and supports skin graft take.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Akpunonu C, et al. J Surg. 2025;10(07):11337.

Longer time to skin grafting has been associated with longer hospital stays, a higher likelihood of graft-related complications, including infection and graft failure, and increased mortality rates. Cohealyx is designed to support the development of a healthy, vascularized wound bed, helping surgeons progress patients toward definitive closure when clinically appropriate.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Anyanwu JA, et al. StatPearls. 2026 Jan
  • Wang, S.-H., et al. Int J Surg. 2024;110(8), 4581–4587
  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.

Definitive closure should occur when the wound is clinically ready. Prolonged open wounds increase treatment costs and may increase the risk of complications such as infection, fluid loss, repeated procedures, delayed rehabilitation, and hypertrophic scarring. Preparing a healthy wound bed is an important step toward achieving durable closure and optimal long-term outcomes.

How It Works

After application to a properly prepared wound bed, Cohealyx acts as a temporary three-dimensional scaffold. Host cells migrate into the matrix while new blood vessels develop throughout the collagen architecture. As healing progresses, the collagen matrix is gradually remodeled and replaced with the patient’s own tissue, creating a vascularized wound bed that can support definitive closure in as few as 5 days.

References

  • ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06787690. Interim Analysis. Publication in Progress.
  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.

Cohealyx is composed of highly purified young bovine Type I and Type III collagen. These collagen types closely resemble those found in healthy human dermis and are engineered into a porous matrix that supports tissue regeneration.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.

Cohealyx is derived from bovine dermis, which contains both Type I and Type III collagen. Type I collagen provides much of the structural strength found in healthy dermal tissue, while Type III collagen is more prevalent during the early phases of wound healing and tissue regeneration. By incorporating both collagen types, Cohealyx is designed to provide a scaffold that more closely resembles the composition of native dermis and supports the body’s natural healing process.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.

Collagen type III is the first collagen produced in the wound bed during healing. It provides cues for cells to produce the other types of collagens required for optimized healing. Many studies have investigated the correlation between the severity of scarring and the amount and type of collagen present in a wound. In a particular animal model, genetically modified mice that cannot produce collagen type III lead to severe scarring outcomes, further highlighting the important role for collagen type III in wound healing.

References

  • Volk SW, et al. Cells Tissues Organs. 2011;194(1):25-37.
  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Ramshaw JA. Connect Tissue Res. 1986;14(4):307-14.
  • Ehrlich HP. Eye (Lond). 1988;2 (Pt 2):149-57.
  • Zoppi N, et. al. J Biol Chem. 2004 Apr 30;279(18):18157-68.

Cohealyx is manufactured using TetraPure Technology, a proprietary purification process designed to preserve the natural collagen architecture while removing unwanted cellular components and impurities. The result is a sterile collagen matrix with a highly interconnected pore structure that supports tissue ingrowth.

The pore structure of a dermal matrix influences how cells, nutrients, and new blood vessels move throughout the scaffold. A highly interconnected porous architecture allows host cells to infiltrate the matrix more efficiently while supporting neovascularization. This process is essential for creating a healthy, vascularized wound bed capable of supporting definitive closure.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.

Young bovine dermis was chosen because of the amount of collagen type III present. Younger mammals have more collagen type III in the skin than older mammals.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Ramshaw JAM. Connect Tissue Res. 1986;14(4):307-314.

Cohealyx is crosslinked by a chemical process using an aldehyde agent.

When To Use Cohealyx

Yes. There is no contraindication to placing Cohealyx over exposed structures in full-thickness wounds. The suitability of application over exposed tendon, bone, or hardware depends on the clinical situation.

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Yes. Cohealyx is indicated for partial-thickness wounds, and donor sites are partial-thickness wounds.

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Yes.

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Yes. Cohealyx may be used as part of a staged reconstructive approach in which the wound is first prepared using Cohealyx before definitive closure with a split-thickness skin graft and RECELL, when clinically appropriate.

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No. Cohealyx is indicated for the management of wounds. To specifically obtain approval for use in a 1-stage procedure, a premarket approval (PMA) with clinical data demonstrating safety and efficacy is required. At this time, no clinical studies are ongoing to evaluate its use in this capacity.

Application and Workflow

For optimal performance, the wound should be:

  • Thoroughly debrided
  • Free of necrotic tissue
  • Adequately vascularized
  • Hemostatic
  • Free from uncontrolled infection

Proper wound bed preparation is one of the most important factors influencing successful integration of any dermal matrix.

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After thorough wound bed preparation and achievement of hemostasis:

  1. Trim Cohealyx to fit the wound.
  2. Apply Cohealyx directly to the wound bed.
  3. Hydrate Cohealyx with room temperature saline.
  4. Secure Cohealyx using the surgeon’s preferred fixation method.
  5. Apply an appropriate secondary dressing or negative pressure wound therapy when clinically indicated.
  6. Monitor the wound during follow-up until adequate vascularization has occurred and definitive closure can be performed.

Always follow the Instructions for Use and institutional protocols.

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No. Cohealyx is a homogeneous single-layer product, and it is not “sided”.

No. Cohealyx is supplied ready to use, helping simplify surgical preparation and reduce operating room workflow steps. Based on clinical experience, it is recommended to hydrate Cohealyx before securing it to the wound bed.

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Yes. The matrix may be easily trimmed by the surgeon to conform to the size and geometry of the wound.

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The choice of secondary dressing depends on the wound and surgeon preference. Cohealyx may be used with commonly accepted wound dressings, including negative pressure wound therapy when clinically appropriate.

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After Application

Cohealyx is designed to gradually resorb as it is remodeled by the patient’s own tissue. Rather than functioning as a permanent implant, the collagen scaffold is progressively replaced by native tissue during the healing process.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Internal data on file. Resorption data.

Yes. Cohealyx has controlled resorption in approximately 30 days.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.
  • Internal data on file. Resorption data.

Follow the standard of care or protocol of the facility and/or healthcare provider if an infection is confirmed. Per the Instructions for Use, Cohealyx should not be used on infected or contaminated wounds. Cohealyx should be removed if redness, pain, swelling, or blistering occurs. Cohealyx may be replaced or reapplied at the clinician’s discretion. Cohealyx cannot be re-sterilized or reused. Open, unused Cohealyx must be discarded. In vivo stability may be adversely affected if re-sterilized. Cross-contamination and infection may occur if reused. Do not use if the product sterilization barrier or its packaging is compromised.

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Safety and Regulatory

No. The wound should be thoroughly debrided and infection appropriately managed before application. Refer to the Instructions for Use for complete contraindications and precautions.

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Cohealyx is not indicated for patients with a known allergy to bovine-derived collagen materials. The risk of transmitting bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) or the human variant, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, is extremely low, as BSE has been mostly eradicated worldwide.

References

  • USDA; NVAP Reference Guide: Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy. 2025.
  • Koutsoumanis K, et al. EFSA J. 2024 Jul 16;22(7):e8883.
  • Bovine Spongiform Encephelopathy (BSE). United States Center for Disease Control. 2025.

Bovine material is sourced from North America.

Cohealyx is manufactured from purified young bovine collagen using a proprietary purification process and terminal sterilization. The purification process is designed to minimize unwanted biological material while preserving the collagen scaffold.

References

  • Bush KA, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81517.

No. The FDA defines an implant under 21 CFR 860.3 as a device that is placed into a surgically or naturally formed cavity of the human body and is intended to remain implanted continuously for a period of 30 days or more.

No. Cohealyx does not need to be tracked. This is in accordance with 21 CFR 821.

Storage

The product should be stored at room temperature (15°C/59°F to 30°C/86°F). Avoid excessive heat and humidity. The product is supplied sterile and should remain in its original packaging until ready for use.

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No. Cohealyx is shelf stable and does not refrigeration. The product should be stored at room temperature (15°C/59°F to 30°C/86°F).

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36 months at room temperature (15°C/59°F to 30°C/86°F).

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