Atlas's Virgin Silk suture is a non-absorbable, sterile surgical suture made from filaments of silk fiber held together by natural gum secreted by the silkworm. DURASIL is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
Non-Absorbable Sutures
| PROPERTY |
DESCRIPTION |
| Type |
Twisted multifilament |
| Material |
Twisted fibers from the cocoon of the silkworm |
| Color |
Blue |
| Tissue Reaction |
Moderate |
| Absorption |
Elicits an initial inflammatory reaction in tissues, followed by gradual encapsulation by fibrous connective tissues |
| Tensile Strength |
Excellent tensile strength, excellent knot tying, minimal tissue reaction |
| USP Range |
10-0 to 8-0 |
| Sterilization |
EO (Ethylene Oxide) |
| Needle Type |
Round-bodied, cutting edge, taper point, straight, blunt point |
| Packing |
Packaged in aluminum foil packages/medical grade ETO pouches with or without needles |
| CHARACTERISTICS |
| High tensile strength, non-absorbable |
| Braided or twisted structure |
| Coated multifilament |
| Hermetically sealed packing |
| Benefits |
| Provides good and extended tissue support for up to 3 months |
| Excellent handling properties, high flexibility, high tensile strength, and excellent knot security |
| Smooth passage through tissues with minimal sawing, tissue drag, and trauma |
| Good knot tie-down and adjustability with reduced capillary action |
| Guaranteed seal and product sterility |
| Indications |
| General soft tissue closure and/or ligation, particularly in general surgery, skin closure, ophthalmic surgery, oral surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, gynaecology, and obstetrics |
| Contraindications |
| Not recommended for use in the urinary tract or biliary tract |
| Caution in patients with known allergies or sensitivities to silk |
