24 x Polyamid Mono – blue nylon non-resorbing monofilament sutures.

**Prolene type, Ethilon type** 

4/0 or 5/0 USP with 3/8 Reverse Cutting Needle. (16mm is the standard needle size. A 12mm needle is also available.

75cm monofilament thread.

FEATURES

• Resistant to infection

• Smooth, easy pull-through.

• Minimal tissue reaction.

• Uniform diameter filament.

• Excellent knot hold.

INDICATIONS

Ideal for sites where a review is scheduled.  Can also be used on infected sites.

PRICE COMPARISON

Each suture is £2.88 or as low as £2.16 when 3+1 free offer is taken.  By comparison, Prolene is £4.30 each (£51.63/12) at Medical Sutures and £4.61 each (£166.83/36) at General Medical Supplies (July 24)

MATERIAL COMPARISON: See a simple table which outlines the characteristics of our suture types.

Prolene, Dacron, GoreTex, Dexon, Vicryl and Vicryl Rapide are registered trademarks and unconnected with Restore Surgical Limited.