Synthetic,coated, medium term wound support and medium term mass absorption.
Material:
Poly(glycolide-co-lactide) glycolide 90% -lactide 10 % (PGLA)
Structure:
Multifilament, braided
Coating:
Poly(glycolide-co-lactide) (30/70) and Calcium Stearate
Colour:
Violet / Beige (Undyed)
Wound Support: ~ 30 days
Absorption: 56-70 days
Tensile Strength:
After 2 weeks 75% / After 3 weeks 50%
Sterilization:
EO (Ethylene Oxide)
Packaging:
Available in USP 6/0 to USP 2 in box of 12 aluminium foil pouches
Indications:
Skin Closure
General Soft Tissue Approximation