SHARPOINT PolySyn | G392N
ProNorth Medical Corporation
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.