Type
Synthetic Monofilament Absorbable suture
Composition
Polyglecaprone 25
(copolymer made of 75% glycolide and 25% Є-caprolactone)
Coating
None
Colour
Violet / Beige – undyed
Tissue reaction
Minimal
Absorbed by
Hydrolysis
Absorption time
Approximately 90 to 110 days.
Tensile strength
Approximately 75% of tensile strength remain after 7 days.
Indications
Superficial soft tissue and/or ligation especially in General surgery, Skin closure, Gastrointestinal surgery, Urogenital surgery
Presentation
Box with 12 sutures
