Properties
- 80%-60% of the original is retained until initial 7 Days (DYED)
- 60%-50% of the original is retained until initial 7 Days (UNDYED)
- 40%-30% of the original is retained until initial 14 Days (DYED)
- 30%-20% of the original is retained until initial 7 Days (UNDYED)
- There is a subsequent loss 28 days post implantation
- Complete absorption usually takes place between 90 to 120 Days
Advantages
- Short-term absorption profile
- High knot pull tensile strength
- Superior handling features
Product Overview
Structure: Monofilament
Color: Dyed, Undyed
Chemical composition: Poly(glyclolide-co-caprolactone)PGCL
Sizes: USP 6/0 (metric 0.7) – USP 1 (metric 4)
Type of absorption: Hydrolysis
Sterilization: Ethylene oxide