KRUUSE Veterinary Products - Small Animals

SUTURE

Absorbable Sutures Monofilament

KRUUSE Monofast Description KRUUSE Monofast Suture is a synthetic, absorbable, monofilament, sterile suture composed of polyglycolide-co-caprolactone. KRUUSE Monofast Suture is available undyed and violet.

Indications KRUUSE Monofast is commonly used in soft tissues and ligation where absorbable sutures are indicated, including: ■ Blood vessel ligation ■ Ductus ligation ■ Intradermal closure ■ Oral mucosa/gingival approximation ■ Subcutaneus approximation ■ Urological surgery Contraindications ■ Where prolonged support from suturing is required Range ■ USP 5-0 to 1 ■ EP 1 to 4 Sterilisation method ■ EO

Days post surgery

Remaining tensile strength

7 days

65%

14 days 40% Complete mass absorption in approximately 90-120 days.

250 - 251