Produced from Polyglactin 910 Braided suture for easy handling and secure knot tying Coated for smooth passage through tissue and easy knot tie down Synthetic for minimal tissue reaction Tensile strength – 14 days = 75% original strength remaining All of the original tensile strength is lost by 5 weeks post implantation Absorbable by hydrolysis, fully absorbed between 56-70 days
FAQ
What is it?
Sutures, stitches and staples are used for the same purpose - to close wounds or surgical incisions - but they are not the same
What is it used for?
Surgical suture is a medical device used to hold body tissues together after an injury or surgery.