Type: Braided multifilament
Composition: Braided fibers from the cocoon of the silkworm
Coating: Waxes - Silicone
Colour: Black
Tissue reaction: Moderate
Absorption: Silk suture elicits an initial inflammatory reaction in tissues, which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissues.
Length: 75 cm
Metric: 1.5
USP 4/0
Reverse Cutting DS 19 mm
3/8 Circle
INDICATIONS:
General soft tissue closing and/or ligation especially in:
- General surgery
- Skin closure
- Ophthalmic surgery
- Oral surgery
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Gynaecology
- Obstetrics
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Urinary tract
- Biliary tract
- Known allergies or sensitivities to silk
CHARACTERISTICS & BENEFITS:
- High tensile strength, non-absorbable
- Braided or twisted structure
- Coated multifilament
- Hermetically sealed packing
- Good and extended tissue support for up to 3 month
- Excellent handling properties
- High flexibility
- High tensile strength
- Excellent knot security
- Soft passage through the tissues with minimal sawing, tissue drag and trauma
- Good knot tie down / adjustability
- Reduced capillary action
- Guaranteed seal and product sterility