- Composed of a synthetic blend—specifically Poly(glycolide/l-lactide) and Polycaprolactone—designed for reliable short-term wound support in medical and dental procedures
Uses
- Soft Tissue Approximation:
- Used for general soft tissue ligation and suturing where an absorbable material is preferred to avoid a follow-up removal procedure
- Dental & Medical Surgery:
- Commonly utilized in outpatient and in-office procedures requiring precision, such as minor oral surgeries or plastic surgery wound closure
Features
- Material Composition:
- An uncoated, undyed monofilament made from a Poly(glycolide/l-lactide) and Polycaprolactone blend
- Needle Specifications:
- Type: Precision Reverse Cutting (C-3 needle code), which is ideal for tough tissue like skin
- Curvature: 3/8 circle needle
- Length: 13mm needle length
- Suture Dimensions:
- 18 inches (approx. 45 cm) in length with a 5-0 size
- Packaging:
- Sold in boxes of 12
Benefits
- Reduced Tissue Trauma:
- The monofilament construction and precision-honed needle provide "superior penetration" with finer point geometry, minimizing tissue disruption during passage
- Handling & Memory:
- The "Racetrack" packaging design is engineered to reduce material memory, meaning the suture remains straighter and easier to handle once removed from the package
- Predictable Absorption:
- As an absorbable material, it degrades via hydrolysis, eliminating the need for suture removal and improving patient comfort during recovery
- Strength & Durability:
- The 300-series stainless-steel needles are designed to be strong enough to resist bending while remaining ductile enough to resist breaking under pressure
