Luxcryl Monofast (Polyglecaprone)
Synthetic absorbable surgical suture Polyglecaprone 25 Monofilament
| Type | Monofilament | |
| Composition | Polyglecaprone 25, a copolymer made of 75 % glycolide and 25 % Є−caprolactone |
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| Coating | None | |
| Tissue reaction | Minimal |
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| Absortion | The hydrolytic action by which the material is broken down results in total absorption in approximately 90 to 120 days. Approximately 60% of tensile strength remain after 7 days. |
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| Tensile strength | Post implantation 7 days 14 days |
Approximate % original strength remaining 60% 30% |
| Suture colour | Violet, beige - undyed | |
| Range | USP 6/0 − 0 |
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| Indications | Luxcryl Monofast sutures are intended for use in superficial soft tissue closing and/or ligation; especially in general surgery, skin closure, plastic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, gynaecology, urology. | |