- Sold in a spool without a needle for surgical use
Uses
- General soft tissue closure:
- The suture is designed for general use in approximating and ligating soft tissues
- Surgical tie:
- The product's format as a spool without a needle is ideal for making surgical ties, or ligatures, for tying off blood vessels or other tissues
- Periodontal surgery:
- Its handling and knot security make it a reliable choice for a variety of surgical procedures, including periodontal cases
Features
- Material:
- Made from natural silk fibers (fibroin), which are braided for high tensile strength and knot security
- Non-absorbable:
- The suture provides long-term tissue support as it is not broken down or absorbed by the body over time
- Coated:
- The braided material is coated for a smoother passage through tissue and minimal irritation
- Size:
- The suture is a 2-0 size
- Length:
- The spool contains 100 yards of suture material
- Color:
- The suture is dyed black, offering good visibility against tissue in the surgical field
