Type |
Braided and coated multifilament |
Composition |
Polyglactine 910, a copolymer made of 90% glycolide and 10%L-lactide |
Coating |
Poly-glycolide-co-L-lactide and calcium stearate (<1%) |
Tissue reaction |
Minimal |
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Absorption |
The hydrolytic action by which the material is broken down results in to- |
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tal absorption between 56 and 70 days. Between 40% and 50% of tensile |
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strength remain after 21 days. |
Tensile strength |
Post implantation |
Approximate % original strength remaining |
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14 days |
75 % |
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21 days |
50 % |
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28 days |
20 % |
Suture colour |
Violet |
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Range |
USP 10/0 - 2 |
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Indications |
Luxcryl 910 sutures are intended for use in general soft tissue closing and/or |
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ligation; especially in general surgery, skin closure, gastrointestinal surgery, |