Synthetic absorbable sutures designed with different absorption periods depending on surgical needs.

Minimum memory | Maximum flexibility | Smooth surface | Easy sliding | Safe in the knot | High tensile strength | Minimum tissue reaction

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PGA Absorbable Suture

Sterile absorbable multifilament braided synthetic absorbable absorbable multifilament suture composed of Polyglycolic Acid with caprolactone epsilon coating and calcium stearate.

Absorption Composition Tensile Strength Color
Absorption Time
Total absorption
at 42 days		 PGA Tensile Strength Suture50% de la fuerza tensil
inicial hasta los 6-9 días.

Pérdida total de
resistencia alrededor de
los 14 días.
Colorless Suture
Colorless
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PGA Absorbable Suture

Sterile absorbable multifilament braided synthetic absorbable absorbable multifilament suture composed of Polyglycolic Acid with caprolactone epsilon coating and calcium stearate.

Absorption Composition Tensile Strength Color
Absorption Time
Total absorption
at 60 - 90 days		 PGA Tensile Strength Suture65% de la fuerza tensil
inicial hasta las 2 semanas.

40% de
la fuerza tensil a
los 21 días.
Colorless Suture Violet Suture
Colorless Violet
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PGCL Absorbable Suture

Sterile absorbable synthetic absorbable monofilament suture composed of poly (glycolide-co-caprolactone).

Absorption Composition Tensile Strength Color
Absorption Time
Total absorption
at 90 - 120 days		 PGCL Tensile Strength Suture50% de la fuerza tensil
inicial hasta los 6 – 9 días.
Colorless Suture Violet Suture
Colorless Violet
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PDO Absorbable Suture

  • Biolorc absorbable suture

Sterile absorbable synthetic absorbable monofilament suture composed of Poly (p-dioxanone)

Absorption Composition Tensile Strength Color
Absorption Time
Total absorption
at 180 - 220 days		 PDO Tensile Strength Suture65 – 70% de la fuerza tensil
inicial hasta las 4 semanas.

50 – 60 % de
la fuerza tensil a
las 6 semanas.
Violet Suture
Violet
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Characteristics and uses of absorbable sutures

Absorbable sutures are a type of surgical thread that naturally break down in the body after a period of time, eliminating the need for a second surgery to remove them. These sutures are especially useful in procedures where you do not want to leave foreign material inside the body.

  1. Definición y Características:
    • Absorbable sutures are designed to be broken down and absorbed by the body over time. This is achieved by hydrolysis or enzymatic processes.
    • It is not necessary to remove them manually, as they dissolve gradually.
    • They come in different materials, both monofilaments and multifilaments, such as polyglycolic acid (PGA), polycaprolactone (PGCL) and polydioxanone (PDO).
    • They can have different absorption times depending on their composition: short, medium or long.
    • Its structure is resistant and flexible, which facilitates closure and minimizes tissue trauma.
  2. Usos Principales:
    • General surgery: In abdominal, thoracic and other procedures.
    • Gastrointestinal Surgery: To suture organs such as the intestine.
    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: In oral and maxillary interventions.
    • Gynecology: For suturing tissues in gynecological surgeries.
    • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Helps minimize visible scars.
  3. Ventajas:
    • Less tissue reaction: Absorbable sutures cause less inflammation and rejection.
    • They do not require extraction: They eliminate the need for a second intervention.
    • Increased safety: They are easy to use.

Key aspects for choosing the most suitable absorbable suture in surgery

1. Tipo de Material Absorbible

  • Polyglycolic Acid (PGA): Breaks down quickly and is ideal for fast-healing tissues, such as skin.
  • Polycaprolactone (PGCL): Slowly absorbed and suitable for deeper tissue sutures.
  • Polydioxanone (PDO): Used in surgeries that require a long lasting suture.

2. Yarn Thickness:

  • Thin (3-0 or 4-0): For suturing delicate tissues such as blood vessels or nerves.
  • Medium (2-0 or 3-0): Suitable for most general surgeries.
  • Coarse (1-0 or 0): For denser fabrics or areas of high tension.

Absorption time:

  • Fast (2-4 weeks): Useful in superficial surgeries or where fast healing is required.
  • Intermediate (4-6 weeks): Versatile and commonly used.
  • Slow (8 weeks or more): For surgeries requiring greater long-term endurance.

 Recuerda que la elección de la sutura absorbible debe ser individualizada según cada caso clínico por un especialista médico.