Absorbable hemostatic clips are usually made of biodegradable biomaterials, such as hydroxyapatite and polylactic acid. These materials can be gradually degraded, absorbed and eventually metabolized by the body over a period of time. Non-absorbable hemostatic clips, on the other hand, are usually made of non-degradable materials such as metals or plastics, which are not absorbed in the body;
Absorbable hemostatic clips have a limited duration of action, and are usually completely absorbed between a few weeks and a few months after surgery. Non-absorbable hemostatic clips, on the other hand, can remain in the body for a long time and are not naturally absorbed.