PolySyn 4-0 Violet 1x18" FS-2

Comparable to VICRYL^™ and Polysorb^™/Dexon^™

The extraordinarily smooth, low friction proprietary coating reduces tissue drag. These synthetic absorbable sutures ensure closure through the critical wound healing period. They retain approximately 50% of their high initial strength at two weeks and 20% of their strength at three weeks. Available as undyed or violet braided and violet monofilament.

Braided:

Undyed (clear)
Dyed (violet)

Monofilament (9-0 & 10-0 only):

Undyed (clear)
Dyed (violet)
Coated & Uncoated

Common Uses:

Skin Closure
OB/Gyn
Urology
Gastrointestinal

In Vivo Strength Retention:

50% at 14 days
20% at 21 days

Mass Absorption:

Essentially complete between 50 and 90 days.

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