Description
Braided and monofilament synthetic absorbable sutures are composed of the homopolymer of glycolic acid.
Tensile strength
Sutures retain approximately 65%of the original tensile strength at two weeks and approximately 35%of at three weeks post-implant.
Absorbable
Sutures is essentially complete between 60 and 90 days.
Colour
Viloet and Undyed
Range
Gauge sizes 6/0 to 2# (USP)
Supplied as needled sutures and ligatures.
Storage methods
Store below 25% and store in dry place
Don’t use damaged packages
Sterilization methods
Ethylene oxide