LIGATURE and Sutures 4
WHAT IS POLYGLYCONATE?
Maxon (Davis & Geck):
This is a monofilament synthetic
absorbable suture prepared from a coplymer of glycolic acid and
trimethylene carbonate.
The process of absorption is by non-
enymatic hydrolysis. Approximately 70% of the original suture
strength remains 2 weeks after implantation, and approximately
55% of the original suture strength remains 3 weeks after
implantation.
Absorption is completed 6 months after
implantation.
Maxon is available in sizes 0.7 (6/0)-3 (2/0)(Clear), and
sizes 1(5/0)04(1)(Green), mounted on atraumatic needles.
WHAT IS POLYGLACTIN 910?
Vicryl is a pliable, smooth fibre, which is made in nine sizes
from 0.3 to 5. Date from implantation studies show that more
than 55% of the original strength remains at 14 days, and over 20
per cent at 21 days.
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