Frequent applications General closure, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, plastic & micro surgeries.
Synthetic Elicits only minimal tissue reaction.
Color Blue
Range Gauge sizes 6/0 to 2 (U.S.P) supplied as needled sutures.
Pliable For easy knot tying.
Sterilisation Ethylene oxide.
Monoflament Smooth surface will not support bacterial growth.
Caution Care should be taken to avoid damaging the surface of the material with surgical instruments, as this could lead to fracture of the material. As with other synthetic sutures, knot security requires the standard technique of square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstances and the experience of the operator.
Non-absorbable Provides prolonged tensile strength retention in tissue, even in the presence of infection.
Exceptionally smooth For easy passage through tissue.