Monoplus 3/0 HR26 1/2 Circle Taper (12s) 70cm Violet
Product Characteristics
Description
Physical Material
Polydioxanone
Construction
Synthetic Monofilament
Absorbable/ Non-absorbable
Absorbable
Coating
Uncoated
Colours
Dyed – Violet
Available size range
USP ?2? through to 6/0
Tensile strength
Approx 50% after 35 days for sizes > USP 3/0
Approx 50% after 28 days for sizes < USP 4/0
High knot tensile strength
Handling
Good handling
Pliable and easy to knot
Smooth passage through tissue
Absorption time
Long term indication for tissues with prolonged healing
Degradation by hydrolysis after approx 180-210 days
Indications
Orthopaedics ? tendons & joint capsules
General surgery
Abdominal wall closure
