Monotex 4-0 PTFE (T8001)

Description

MONOTEX® PTFE Suture
Monotex® White Monofilament, Polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE, Non-Absorbable Suture.
Monotex is an ultra-soft, high density surgical suture design with low surface porosity. The monofilament construction helps reduce bacterial migration along the suture line.

Characteristics
• Superb handling, Smooth Tissue Passage
• Excellent strength
• Suture softness results in patient comfort
• Minimal memory equals knot security
• Ideal for Bone Graft, Periodontal and Implant Surgery

Indications
Monotex® suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation.
Actions
Monotex® suture elicits a minimal acute inflammatory reaction in tissues, which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture of fibrous connective tissue.
Tensile Strength
Monotex® sutures are nonabsorbable and no significant change in strength retention is known to occur in vivo.
Sterilization
Ethylene oxide.
Packaging
Monotex® suture is supplied sterile in precut lengths attached to various needle types. 12 sutures in each box.