Product Description
SUTURE 4-0 POLYGLYCOLIC ACID 18" w/ C3 NEEDLE BX/12 (MED-152-494B)
KRUUSE PGA is an absorbable, synthetic, braided and coated suture. PGA is a synthetic absorbable suture based on Polyglycolic acid. PGA sutures, coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate, are inert, non-antigenic and non-pyrogenic. PGA complies with the requirements of USP and EP, is extremely soft and smooth and has a high knot security. Absorption: Absorbable • Complete mass absorption in approximately 60-90 days • Absorption by hydrolysis Chemical composition: • KRUUSE PGA is composed of Polyglycolic acid coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate Tensile Strength: • 65 % remains after 14 days • 35 % remains after 21 days • Complete mass absorption in approximately 60-90 days Colour: • Violet Indications: KRUUSE PGA sutures are indicated for soft tissue approximation and ligation, where absorbable sutures are indicated, including: • Suturing of subcutaneous tissue • Fascia/abdominal wall closure • Muscles • Gynaecology • GI-surgery • Ophthalmic surgery Contraindications: • Where permanent support is required
