Glyconate sutures - Monosyn® 5/0

Monosyn® 5/0 Sutures in Glyconate Monofilament by B. Braun: Absorbable Suture for Soft Tissues

The Monosyn® 5/0 suture by B. Braun is a synthetic absorbable monofilament suture, designed for a medium absorption profile and made from a glyconate molecule. This suture is available in transparent color, making it perfect for the closure of superficial wounds and applications where aesthetic visibility is a priority. The Monosyn® 5/0 is valued for its superior handling and knot security, ideal for a wide range of surgical procedures.

Technical Features of Monosyn® 5/0 Suture

The Monosyn® 5/0 suture stands out for its excellent knot stability, ensuring that the suture remains secure throughout the healing process. Its monofilament structure reduces trauma to surrounding tissues during passage, ensuring a gentle and precise suture.

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

Main Features:

• Gauge: 5/0
• Needle: DS12 (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 from implantation
• Packaging: 36 pieces

Advantages of Monosyn® 5/0 Suture

• High initial tensile strength: The Monosyn® 5/0 suture offers excellent tensile resistance, ideal for procedures requiring good initial hold.
• Ideal degradation profile for soft tissues: Its composition allows for controlled degradation, making it suitable for use on soft tissues.
• Atraumatic passage: The monofilament structure minimizes trauma to tissues during insertion, ensuring a smooth and safe passage.
• Good knot security: Monosyn® 5/0 ensures solid knot security, keeping the suture stable and secure during healing.
• Rapid mass absorption: The suture is fully absorbed within 60-90 days, leaving no residues, minimizing the risk of post-operative complications.

Indications and Applications of Monosyn® 5/0 Suture

Monosyn® 5/0 is used for approximating soft tissues and ligatures in a wide range of surgical specialties. It is particularly indicated for procedures requiring a gentle and secure suture, ensuring optimal healing without the need for suture removal.

The main applications of Monosyn® 5/0 include:

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Perfect for closing the skin after aesthetic procedures, ensuring minimal scarring and optimal aesthetic results.
• Gynecology and Obstetrics: Indicated for procedures in gynecology and obstetrics, such as perineal closure or suturing in pelvic surgery.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery: Suitable for closing soft tissues in abdominal and intestinal surgery.
• Urology: Used in urological surgery, particularly for suturing delicate tissues such as those of the urinary tract.

SUTURE FEATURES: 

• Gauge: 5/0;
• Needle: DS12 - triangular 3/8 circle;
• Length: 70 cm.

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