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Caprosyn™ synthetic absorbable suture’s quick absorption (56 days), durable polymer material and monofilament construction provide smooth passage through tissue, better approximation or ligation, and minimized potentiation of infection. Patients can experience less discomfort during healing, less wound complications and a faster recovery.
The advanced extrusion process of the molecule of Polygytone™ 6211 gives the suture:
Caprosyn™ sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological surgery, microsurgery, or ophthalmic surgery.
| Structure | Monofilament |
| Suture Type | Short-Term Absorbable |
| Composition | POLYGLYTONETM 6211 Glycolide, Caprolactone, Trimethylene Carbonate, and Lactide |
| Coating | Uncoated |
| Colour | Violet, Undyed |
| Tensile Strength | 5 days: 50% - 60% USP 10 days: 20% - 30% USP 21 days: All strength lost |
| Absorbption Profile | 56 days |
| Sizes | 6 - 0 to 1 |
| Indications | CaprosynTM synthetic absorbable suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/ or ligation, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological surgery, or ophthalmic surgery. |
| Contraindications | This suture, being absorbable, should not be used where extended approximation of tissue is required. |
| Box Quantities | 1, 2 or 3 dozen |
CaprosynTM codes can be identified with codes beginning with: C, SC, CC, XC, UC, GC |