Description
Monolac monofilament is a mid-term absorbable, synthetic suture made of glycolide and ε-Caprolactone, available in natural colour for the closure of superficial wounds and in violet for all other indications, when a mid-term monofilament is needed.
During absorption the material elicited only a very slight inflammation.
The material is degraded into adipic acid, which is completely metabolized in the body. The process begins with a loss of tensile strength, followed by a loss of mass at a later stage.
Specifications
General soft tissue approximation and/or ligation in all specialties, where an absorbable material is indicated.
Contraindication:
Monolac monofilament should not be used in tissues subject to expansion, stretching or distension, or which might require long-term mechanical support.
Sizes: 6/0 to 2 USP
Structure: Monofilament
Absorption method: Hydrolysis
Strength Retention Profile: SHORT-TERM HEALING (30 days)
| 1 Day | 100% |
| 7 Days | 60% violet/50% natural |
| 14 Days | 30% violet/20% natural |
Mass Absorption profile: 90 – 120 days
