How much fluid does a surgical sponge hold?
The amount of fluid a surgical sponge holds depends on its dimensions and level of wetness. Since wet surgical sponges absorb about 25% less than dry sponges, the amount of fluid a surgical sponge holds depends on its moisture level along with its dimension. Considering these two factors, a dry 30 x 30 cm surgical sponge holds approximately 100 ml of blood.