Code: ASSUCRYL
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Material type |
Polyglycolic acid (PGA) |
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Structure |
Braided, coated |
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Coating material |
Polycaprolactone & Calcium stearate |
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USP size & colour |
8-0 to -2- violet ; 6-0 to -2- undyed |
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Absorption profile |
60-90 days |
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Breaking strength retention |
65% at 2 weeks ; 40% at 3 weeks |
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Characteristics |
Excellent handling & knot security, |
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Shelf life |
5 years |
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Packaging |
1 dozen or 3 dozen boxes |