Glyconate sutures - Monosyn® 4/0

Monosyn® 4/0 Sutures in Glyconate Monofilament by B. Braun: Absorbable Suture for Soft Tissues

The Monosyn® 4/0 suture by B. Braun is a synthetic absorbable monofilament suture, made with a glyconate molecule. This suture is designed with a medium absorption profile, ideal for surgical procedures where initial strength and gradual absorption over time are required. Monosyn® 4/0 is available in transparent color, making it perfect for closing superficial wounds and for surgical applications where aesthetic discretion is needed.

Technical Features of Monosyn® 4/0 Suture

Monosyn® 4/0 by B. Braun is valued for its excellent handling, allowing for simple and precise manipulation during surgical procedures. The suture features excellent knot security, ensuring stability throughout the healing process. Its monofilament structure minimizes tissue trauma during insertion.

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

Main Features:

• Gauge: 4/0
• Needle: DS16 (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: Complete by hydrolysis in 60-90 days
• Residual Tensile Strength at 50%: After 14 days post-implantation
• Packaging: 36 pieces

Advantages of Monosyn® 4/0 Suture

• High initial tensile strength: The Monosyn® 4/0 suture offers robust initial tensile resistance, crucial for the early healing phase.
• Ideal degradation profile: Thanks to its composition, Monosyn® has a perfect degradation profile for soft tissues, degrading in a controlled manner without compromising wound integrity.
• Atraumatic passage through tissues: The monofilament structure allows for smooth and gentle passage through tissues, reducing the risk of damage to soft tissues.
• Good knot security: Monosyn® 4/0 provides secure and strong knots, ensuring that the suture remains stable throughout the healing process.
• Rapid mass absorption: The suture is completely absorbed within 60-90 days, without causing significant inflammatory reactions.

Indications and Applications of Monosyn® 4/0 Suture

Monosyn® 4/0 is suitable for closing soft tissues and for ligatures in a variety of surgical specialties. Its strength and gradual degradation make it ideal for a range of procedures requiring optimal healing and secure scarring.

The main applications of Monosyn® 4/0 include:

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Excellent for closing the skin after aesthetic or reconstructive surgery, ensuring minimal scarring.
• Gynecology and Obstetrics: Used in gynecological and obstetric surgery, particularly for post-partum sutures and pelvic and vaginal procedures.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery: Monosyn® 4/0 is perfect for approximating tissues in abdominal surgery, including procedures on the intestinal wall.
• Urology: Indicated in urological surgery for closing soft tissues in delicate procedures.

THREAD CHARACTERISTICS: 

• Gauge: 4/0;
• Needle: DS16 - triangular 3/8 circle;
• Length: 70 cm.

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