MASS
Tensile Strength
MASS
Product Details:
| Composition: | Poly(P-dioxanone) |
| Construction: | Monofilament |
| Coating: | None |
| In vitro retention of strength: | 90% at 4 weeks |
| Tissue Reaction: | Non-antigenic, non-pyrogenic and elicits only a mild tissue reaction during the absorption process |
| Absorption Time: | Completely absorbed in 180 to 240 days |
| Sterilization: | 100% Ethylene Oxide |
| Available in Sizes: | 6-0, 5-0, 4-0, 3-0, 2-0, 0, 1 |
| Colour: | Violet and Undyed |
| Shelf Life: | 5 years |
| Packaging: | Box of 12 sutures |
Distinct Features:
- Ideal for internal tissues where a long lasting, absorbable suture is preferable.
- Very high initial tensile strength and excellent pliability.
- Smooth passage through tissue and lesser reactivity.