Bioshort
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BIOSHORT sutures are indicated for approximation and / or ligation of soft tissue in general, vessels and fascia. They can be used in gastrointestinal, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urology, gynecology and obstetrics. It is not indicated for use in cardiovascular tissues, on the central nervous system, in microsurgery and ophthalmic surgery.
Details
Features
- High tensile strength.
- Extremely easy to handle, flexibility and easy knot execution.
- Atraumatic passage through the tissues thanks to the smooth surface.
- Excellent smoothness through the fabrics.
- Low memory effect.
Type
Synthetic absorbable monofilament suture.
Molecule
Copolymer composed of 75% glycolide and 25% ε-caprolactone (PGA-PCL).
COLORED tensile
strength: 70% at one week; 40% at two weeks; 12% at three weeks; 3% at four weeks.
NOT COLORED: 80% at one week; 40% at two weeks; 15% at three weeks; 4% at four weeks.
Absorption
Occurs via hydrolysis and is complete in approximately 90 to 110 days.
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