Type
Synthetic Monofilament Absorbable suture
Composition
Polydioxanone
Coating
None
Colour
Violet
Tissue reaction
Minimal
Absorbed by
Hydrolysis
Absorption time
Approximately 180 to 210 days.
Tensile strength
Approximately 50% of tensile strength remain after 42 days.
Indications
General soft tissue closing especially in General surgery, Gastrointestinal surgery, Ophthalmic surgery Orthopaedics, Abdominal wall closure Urogenital surgery
Presentation
Box with 12 sutures
