Surgical Sutures 4/0 PGA Medipac

Characteristics of PGA Sutures:

• Reabsorbable.
• Braided suture with polyglycolic acid fibers.
• It can be used in cases where it is not necessary to extract stitches and in very delicate tissues.
• Needle highly pointed for surgeries with perfect aesthetic results.
• Tip with 2 sides sharp and thin.
• Produces inflammation in the tissues, which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissue.

Technical information on PGA Sutures:

• Composition: Polyglycolic acid.
• Reabsorption time: 2 to 3 months.
• Tensile strength: 75% in the second week and 35% in the third week.
• Absorption of the suture is complete in 50 to 90 days.
• Length: 45 cm.
• Needle: 16 mm.
• Content: 24 units.

Indications for use of PGA Sutures:

• Suitable for use in the approximation and / or ligation of soft tissues in general.
• Perfect for use in ophthalmic procedures.