Monomax® Absorbable suture

Extra long-term absorbable monofilament and uncoated suture made of poly-4-hydroxybutyrate
Description
Monomax® is an extra long-term absorbable monofilament synthetic suture made of poly-4-hydroxybutyrate. Monomax® degrades by hydrolysis and enzymatic reaction and provides a predictable and reliable longterm absorption.
Advantages
  • Ideal degradation profile for abdominal wall closure
  • ”Shock-Z” – unique extra elasticity
  • Unique handling features
  • Ideal adaptation to wound edges

Indication

  • Closure of the abdominal wall

Properties

  • Retention of 50 % tensile strength after 90 days
  • Retention of 0 % tensile strength after approx.
  • 180 days
  • Complete mass absorption in around 13 months

Note

Sizes available USP 1 (metric 4), USP 0 (metric 3.5)
and USP 2/0 (metric 3)