SOFSILK SILK SUTURES 4.0 3/8 CIRCLE P-13 19MM NEEDLE 18CM 12'S

Description

Silk sutures are nonabsorbable, sterile, non-mutagenic surgical sutures
composed of natural proteinaceous silk fibers called fibroin. This protein is
derived from the domesticated silkworm species Bombyx mori of the family
bombycidae. The silk fibers are treated to remove the naturally-occurring
sericin gum, bleached and braided to produce SILK surgical sutures. The
braided sutures are available coated uniformly with silicone or wax to reduce
capillarity and to increase surface lubricity to enhance handling characteristics,
ease of passage through tissue and knot run-down properties.

Features and Benefits:

The manufacturing process, from braiding to coating, gives the suture
superior softness and compliance for maximum surgical handling. The
proprietary coating process provides smooth flow through tissue while
maintaining optimal knot security.

Indications

Silk sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or
ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological surgery.

Contraindications

The use of this suture is contraindicated in patients with known sensitivities
or allergies to silk. Due to the gradual loss of tensile strength which may
occur over prolonged periods in vivo, SILK sutures should not be used where
permanent retention of tensile strength is required.