KRUUSE PD-X
Features:
• Monofilament
• Synthetic
• Absorbable: by hydrolysis
• Violet colour
• Polydioxanone (PDO)
Tensile Strength:
• 75% remains after 14 days
• 60% remains after 28 days
• Complete mass absorption in approximately 180-210 days
Range:
USP 3-0 to 2-0
Indications:
Indicated for soft tissue approximation and ligation, where absorbable sutures are indicated, including:
• Abdominal wall closure
• GI-surgery
• Fascia and ligaments
• Tendon repairs
• Hernias
• Orthopaedics
• Vascular surgery
Needle: round bodied, taperpoint ½ circle, 70cm suture