Produced from Polyglactin 910 Braided for easy handling and secure knot tying Coated for smooth passage through tissue and easy knot tie down Synthetic for minimal tissue reaction Tensile strength – 5 days post implantation = 50% original strength remaining All of the original tensile strength is lost by approximately 10-14 days post implantation Rapid absorption by hydrolysis, fully absorbed in 42 days External suture material typically falls off 7-10 days post operative, or can be wiped off subsequently with a sterile gauze Normally the removal of the suture is not required
FAQ
What is it?
Sutures, stitches and staples are used for the same purpose - to close wounds or surgical incisions - but they are not the same
What is it used for?
Surgical suture is a medical device used to hold body tissues together after an injury or surgery.