Covidien/Surgical Devices Biosyn Monofilament Absorbable Sutures Box CMT949M by Covidien/Surgical/EnB Devices GROUP: Surgery/Minor Procedure:Skin Closure:Sutures Item Description: Suture, Blunt Taper Point, Size 1, Violet, 5x18", Needle BTP-X, � Circle, 1 dz/Box Packaging Desc: Suture Mono Absorb Violet Sz 1Btpx 5X18 1Dz/Box Country of Origin: Harmonized Tariff Code: Product Description: BIOSYN� synthetic absorbable sutures are prepared from a synthetic polyester, GLYCOMER 631, composed of glycolide (60%), dioxanone (14%) and trimethylene carbonate (26%). The advanced extrusion process of the molecule of GLYCOMER 631 gives the suture: Excellent initial strength; Excellent in-vivo strength over the critical wound healing period; Excellent knot security; Minimal memory for handling ease. BIOSYN� synthetic absorbable sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation including use in ophthalmic surgery, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological surgery.
