Polysorb braided sutures are composed of Lactomer glycolide/lactide copolymer which is a synthetic polyester composed of glycolide and lactide (derived from glycolic and lactic acids). Polysorb sutures are prepared by coating the suture with a mixture of a caprolactone/glycolide copolymer and calcium stearoyl lactylate.
Polysorb sutures elicit a minimal acute inflammatory reaction in tissue, which is followed by a gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissue. Progressive loss of tensile strength and eventual absorption of Polysorb sutures occurs by means of hydrolysis, where the Lactomer glycolide/lactide copolymer is broken down to glycolic and lactic acids which are subsequently absorbed and metabolized by the body.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer Part SL695: | Color Violet / Size 4-0 |
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| Manufacturer Part SL694: | Color Violet / Size 3-0 |
| Manufacturer Part CL823: | Color Violet / Size 2-0 |
| Manufacturer Part SL692: | Color Undyed / Size 4-0 |
| Manufacturer Part SL693: | Color Undyed / Size 3-0 |
| Manufacturer Part SL823: | Color Undyed / Size 2-0 |
| Sterile: | Yes |
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| Needle Type: | C-14 |
| Absorbency: | Natural |
| Material: | Synthetic Polyester |
| Length: | 30" |