Sutures
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Chromic Catgut
Technical Information:
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Composition: Collagen – a protein consisting of three interwoven polypeptide chains
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Coating: Chromium salts
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Absorption mechanism: Phagocytosis
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Strand colour: Dark brown
Characteristics:
- Moderate tissue reaction
- Uniform absorption profile
- Minimal tissue drag
Nylon Monofilament
Technical Information
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Composition: Aliphatic polyamide 6 or 6.6
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Tensile strength: Gradual loss over time
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Strand colour: Blue or black
Characteristics
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Minimal tissue reaction
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Smooth passage through tissues, reducing tissue drag
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Facilitates easy stitch removal (depending on surgeon’s technique and experience), helping to minimize the risk of microorganism transfer
Pacing Wire
Product Description – Atramat Temporary Epicardial Pacing Wire
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Composed of a multifilament lead wire insulated with PTFE coating
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Features a taper point curved needle on one end and a cutting straight needle on the other
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The straight needle facilitates easy insertion through the thoracic wall
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Designed to establish direct communication with the myocardium
Indications
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Intended for temporary atrial and ventricular pacing and sensing
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Suitable for use with an expected implantation time of no more than 7 days
PDX
Technical Information:
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Composition: p-Dioxanone monomer
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Absorption mechanism: Hydrolysis
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Strand colour: Violet or undyed
Characteristics:
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Minimal tissue reactivity
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Enhanced knot security when proper surgical technique is applied
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Violet option offers excellent visibility in the surgical field
PGA Rapid
Technical Information
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Composition: Low molecular weight glycolic acid homopolymer filaments
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Coating: Polycaprolactone and calcium stearate
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Absorption mechanism: Hydrolysis
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Strand colour: Undyed
Characteristics
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Minimal tissue reactivity
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Improved knot security with proper surgical technique
PGC 25
Tensile Strength & Absorption
Violet Strand
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Retains approximately 68% of original tensile strength at 1 week
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Retains approximately 41% at 2 weeks
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Total absorption: Approximately 110 days
Colourless (Undyed) Strand
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Retains approximately 79% of original tensile strength at 1 week
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Retains approximately 40% at 2 weeks
PGLA 90
Technical Information
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Composition: Copolymer of glycolic acid and L-lactide [poly(glycolide-co-L-lactide)]
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Coating: Poly(glycolide-co-L-lactide) and calcium stearate
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Absorption mechanism: Hydrolysis
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Strand colour: Violet or beige (undyed)
Characteristics
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Minimal tissue reaction
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Improved knot security with proper surgical technique
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Violet strand ensures excellent visibility in the surgical field
PGLA 90 Rapid
Technical Information
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Composition: Copolymer of glycolic acid and L-lactide [poly(glycolide-co-L-lactide)]
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Coating: Poly(glycolide-co-L-lactide) and calcium stearate
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Absorption mechanism: Hydrolysis
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Strand colour: Beige (undyed)
Characteristics
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Minimal tissue reactivity
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Enhanced knot security with proper surgical technique
Plain Catgut
Technical Information
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Composition: Collagen – a protein composed of three interwoven polypeptide chains
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Coating: None
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Absorption mechanism: Phagocytosis
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Strand colour: Yellow
Characteristics
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Moderate tissue reaction
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Uniform absorption
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Minimal tissue drag
Polyester
Technical Information
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Composition: Polyester fibers prepared from terephthalic acid (or its esters) and ethylene glycol
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Coating: Silicone or Teflon
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Strand colour: White or green
Characteristics
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Maintains permanent tensile strength, ideal for long-term support
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Excellent knot security with proper surgical technique
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Biocompatible and soft, offering minimal tissue drag and smooth knot coupling
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Highly resistant to repeated flexion, making it ideal for cardiovascular procedures—especially in cardiac prosthesis support or vascular anastomosis
Polypropylene
Technical Information
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Composition: Isotactic stereoisomer of polypropylene homopolymer
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Strand colour: Blue
Characteristics
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Minimal tissue reaction
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Uniform strand diameter ensures smooth passage through tissue, reducing drag
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Provides permanent support without compromising tensile strength
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Biocompatible, soft, with plastodeformation properties
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Secure knot coupling for reliable surgical outcomes
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High resistance to repeated flexion, making it ideal for cardiovascular procedures requiring support for heart propulsion, such as in cardiac prostheses or vascular anastomosis
Silk
Technical Information
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Composition: Fibroin – an organic protein derived from the Bombyx mori silkworm
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Coating: Silicone
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Strand colour: Blue, Black, or White
Characteristics
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Provides excellent knot security when used with proper surgical technique
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Experiences complete loss of tensile strength within one year
Stainless Steel
Technical Information
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Composition: Stainless Steel
Characteristics
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Provides excellent support to bone structures
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No significant loss of tensile strength in vivo
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Minimal tissue reaction — biologically inert