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MONOSWIFT
Monofilament Poly(glycolide-co-caprolactone)
25 (PGCL) synthetic absorbable suture
803 NE 25th Avenue
Portland, OR 97232 USA
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www.cpmedical.com
503 232-1555
503 230-9993
INDICATIONS
Monoswift® synthetic absorbable monofilament sutures are
indicated for use in soft tissue approximation and/or ligation,
but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological surgery,
microsurgery, or ophthalmic surgery.
DESCRIPTION
Monoswift® is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical
suture, composed of poly(glycolide-co-caprolactone) (PGCL).
PGCL synthetic absorbable monofilament sutures are
available dyed with FD&C violet #2 or undyed (natural). PGCL
synthetic absorbable monofilament suture meets all
requirements established by the United States
Pharmacopoeia (U.S.P.), except for diameter.
CHARACTERISTICS
• Excellent holding strength
• Smooth tissue passage; excellent handling, exceptional
suppleness, and good knot security
• Non-wicking material helps prevent bacterial migration
along the suture line
CONTRAINDICATIONS
These sutures, being absorbable, are not to be used
where extended approximation of tissue is required. The
use of this suture may be inappropriate in elderly,
malnourished, and debilitated patients, or any patients
suffering from conditions that may delay wound healing.
Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological surgery,
microsurgery, or ophthalmic surgery. See Instructions for
Use for adverse reactions.
TENSILE STRENGTH
Implantation studies in animals indicate that PGCL suture
retains approximately 70% of its origional tensile strength
at 7 days post implantation, approximately 40% of its
origional tensile strength at 14 days, and approximately
12% at 21 days post implantation.
ABSORPTION
Absorption begins as a loss of tensile strength without
appreciable loss of mass. Absorption of Monoswift® is
essentially complete between 91 and 120 days.
COLOR(s)
Violet or Undyed
PACKAGING
Monoswift® is available in USP sizes 6-0 through 2
(metric sizes 0.7-5). Monoswift® is available with needles
in one dozen boxes. Three dozen suture boxes available
on customer request.
Material Color(s) Absorption Rate
MONOSWIFT®
Violet or Undyed 70% @ 7 days
40% @ 14 days
12% @ 21 days
91-120 days
PUB153/061812-02
CP MEDICAL
ETHICON
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