- A non-absorbable surgical suture known for its high tensile strength and minimal tissue reaction
Uses
- Soft Tissue Approximation:
- Indicated for general use in ligating and approximating soft tissues
- Cardiovascular Surgery:
- Suitable for delicate vessel procedures requiring non-absorbable support
- Ophthalmic Procedures:
- Used in eye surgeries where precision and low reactivity are essential
- Neurological Surgery:
- Appropriate for neurological applications due to its synthetic, inert nature
Features
- Material:
- Made of Nylon 6 or Nylon 6,6, composed of long-chain aliphatic polymers
- Needle Design:
- Equipped with an NPS-2 reverse cutting needle (19mm, 3/8 circle)
- Dimensions:
- The suture is Size 3-0 and 18 inches (45cm) in length
- Visibility:
- Dyed black (using Logwood Extract) for enhanced visibility against tissue
- Packaging:
- Supplied in a box of 36 sterile units
- Absorbability:
- Non-absorbable, though progressive hydrolysis may result in a gradual loss of tensile strength over time
Benefits
- Smooth Tissue Passage:
- The monofilament structure facilitates easy passage through tissue with minimal drag, reducing the risk of trauma
- Low Tissue Reactivity:
- Being synthetic, it causes minimal tissue reaction, which is critical for sensitive surgical sites
- Durability:
- Provides long-term wound support in procedures where absorbable sutures would degrade too quickly
