- APolysyn™ synthetic absorbable braided suture designed for reliable wound closure and tissue approximation during the critical healing period
Uses
- Soft Tissue Approximation:
- Indicated for general soft tissue repair and ligation
- Surgical Specialties:
- Commonly utilized in Skin closure, OB/GYN, Urology, and Gastrointestinal procedures
- Ophthalmic Procedures:
- Suitable for use in delicate eye surgeries
Features
- Material:
- Composed of Polyglycolic Acid (PGA), a synthetic, sterile braided material
- Coating:
- Features a proprietary, smooth, low-friction coating (polycaprolactone and calcium stearate) that reduces tissue drag
- Absorption Profile:
- Strength Retention: Retains approximately 50% of its initial strength at 14 days and 20% at 21 day
- Mass Absorption: Absorption is essentially complete within 50 to 90 days through hydrolysis
- Needle Type:
- Equipped with a C-3 needle
Benefits
- Minimal Tissue Reaction:
- Being synthetic, it causes less inflammatory response compared to natural materials
- Excellent Handling:
- The braided construction ensures easy handling and highly secure knot tying
- Smooth Passage:
- The specialized coating allows the suture to pass through sensitive tissue easily with minimal trauma
- Predictable Absorption:
- Hydrolytic absorption provides a consistent and reliable loss of tensile strength over time
