Glyconate sutures - Monosyn® 3/0

Monosyn® 3/0 Suture Threads in Glyconate Monofilament by B. Braun: Absorbable Suture for Soft Tissues

The Monosyn® 3/0 suture thread by B. Braun is a synthetic absorbable monofilament suture made from a glyconate molecule. This thread is designed for a medium absorption profile, ideal for surgical procedures that require sufficient initial strength and gradual degradation. The Monosyn® 3/0 is available in transparent color, making it particularly suitable for closing superficial wounds and delicate procedures.

Technical Features of Monosyn® 3/0 Thread

Monosyn® 3/0 by B. Braun offers superior handling, ensuring a smooth and precise application. Thanks to its excellent knot security, it adapts perfectly to all types of soft tissue approximation. The thread is designed to minimize friction during passage through tissues, ensuring faster and complication-free healing.

Note: Monosyn® by Bbraun is equivalent to the suture thread Monocryl by Ethicon.

Main Features:

• Gauge: 3/0
• Needle: DS19 (triangular, 3/8 circle)
• Length: 70 cm
• Composition: Glyconate (72% glycolide, 14% trimethyl carbonate, 14% ε-caprolactone)
• Structure: Monofilament
• Color: Transparent
• Coating: Uncoated
• Origin: Synthetic
• Absorption:
• Residual Tensile Strength at 50%: After 14 days from implantation
• Packaging: 36 pieces

Advantages of Monosyn® 3/0 Thread

• High initial tensile strength: The Monosyn® 3/0 thread offers strong initial tensile resistance, crucial in the immediate phases of healing.
• Ideal degradation profile for soft tissues: The thread decomposes gradually, without compromising wound integrity, ensuring optimal healing.
• Atraumatic passage through tissues: The monofilament structure ensures a smoother and gentler passage through tissues, minimizing the risk of tissue damage.
• Good knot security: The ability to form stable knots allows for keeping the wound well-closed without the risk of slipping.
• Rapid mass absorption: Monosyn® 3/0 is fully absorbed within 60-90 days, minimizing the risk of unwanted reactions.

Indications and Applications of Monosyn® 3/0 Suture

Monosyn® 3/0 is recommended for the approximation of soft tissues and ligatures in a wide range of surgical specialties. Its excellent retention strength and resistance make it particularly useful in procedures requiring reliable and safe healing.

The main applications of Monosyn® 3/0 include:

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Suitable for skin closure, aesthetic surgery, and reconstructive surgery due to its high quality and ability to ensure minimal and invisible scars.
• Gynecology and Obstetrics: Used for delicate procedures in gynecological and obstetric surgery, particularly for postpartum sutures and pelvic surgery.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery: Ideal for soft tissue approximation in abdominal and intestinal surgery, where controlled and safe absorption is essential.
• Urology: Useful in urological surgery for closing and ligating soft tissues in procedures requiring gradual absorption.

THREAD FEATURES:

• Gauge: 3/0;
• Needle: DS19 - triangular 3/8 circle;
• Length: 70 cm.

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