Non-absorbable
Provides prolonged tensile strength retention in tissue
Monofilament
Smooth surface will not support bacterial growth
Synthetic
Elicits only minimal tissue reaction
Knot security
Higher co-efficient of surface friction than other synthetic monofilament materials gives much improved security
Tensile strength
Stronger than other synthetic monofilament suture materials of similar size
Colour
Green
Range
Gauge sizes 7/0 to 5# (USP)
Supplied as needled sutures
Storage methods
Store below 25% and store in dry place
Don’t use damaged packages
Sterilization methods
Gamma radiation
