Type

Synthetic Multifilament Absorbable suture

Composition

Polyglactin 910

(Copolymer made of 90% glycolide and 10%L-lactide)

Coating

Coated

Colour

Violet

Tissue reaction

Minimal

Absorbed by

Hydrolysis 

Absorption time

56 to 70 days.

Tensile strength

Approximately 40% of tensile strength remain after 21 days.

Indications

General soft tissue closing and/or ligation including  Blood vessel ligation ,Ductus ligation ,Ligament ligation,Linea alba ,Muscle repairment and approximation ,Periocular surgery ,Subcutaneus approximation

Presentation

 Box with 12 sutures