Suture PGA violet 3/8RC24 Metric 3 USP 2-0 75cm 12/pck

PGA is an absorbable, coated, braided synthetic suture made from polyglycolic acid (PGA). The thread is coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate.

• Properties:
• Excellent tensile strength during the critical wound healing phase
• Very secure knot
• Easy to handle
• Predictable absorption profile

Indications: PGA is used for general approximation or ligation of soft tissues, for example in ophthalmic surgery. Not suitable for cardiovascular or neurological interventions.

Contraindications: Due to the rapid loss of tensile strength, this suture is contraindicated if tissue approximation under tension is required for extended periods or if suture support is needed for more than seven days. PGA is not suitable for cardiovascular or neurological interventions.

Tensile Strength: Tests conducted on subcutaneous tissue implantation in rats showed that PGA sutures retain about 65% of their original tensile strength two weeks after the procedure.

Absorption: Absorption is initially noticeable as a loss of tensile strength without significant mass loss. PGA sutures are almost completely absorbed within 60-90 days.