TISSUE REACTION
Minimal tissue reaction. Does not support any infection. As a monofilament,
it has no interstices to support bacterial growth. It is unwetted by blood,
unweakened by tissue enzymes, offers prolonged tensile strength even in
infected areas.
APPLICATIONS
Polypropylene Monofilament is indicated for use in Cardiovascular,
Ophthalmic, General Closure, Orthopedics, Plastic and Microsurgeries, soft
tissue approximation and, or ligation. The suture is highly visible in the
wound. The lack of adherence to tissues has facilitated the use of SMB
Polypropylene suture as a pull out suture.
CHOICE
Polypropylene Monofilament suture is available in sizes USP 7/0 through 1
supplied sterile with various types of atraumatic eyeless channel needles in
one dozen boxes. Polypropylene sutures are alos available in a veriety of
straight packaging configurations.
CAUTION
Avoid damage to the surface of suture, care should be taken to avoid damage
from handling. Avoid crushing or crimping damage due to application of
surgical instruments, such as forceps or needle holders. Adequate knot
security requires the accepted surgical techniques of flat, square ties,
with additional throws as warranted by surgical circumstances and the
experience of the surgeon.
WARNINGS
As with any foreign body,prolonged contact of this or any other suture with
salt solutions, such as those found in the urinary or biliary tracts, may
result in calculus formation.Users should be familiar with surgical
procedures and techniques involving non absorbable sutures before employing
Polypropylene Monofilament surgical suture for wound closure as risk of
wound dehiscence may vary with the site of application and the suture
material used. Acceptable surgical practice should be followed with respect
to drainage and closure of contaminated or infected wounds.
ABSTRACT
Polypropylene Monofilament suture has evolved as the standard suture for
the majority of cardiovascular procedures. This suture is known for low
tissue drag, easy handling and good strength.
STERILIZATION
By Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilization.