Medoks is a long term synthetic,absorbable, monoflament sterilized surgical suture composed of a polydioxanone(PDO) and is available both dyed (violet) and un-dyed (Milk white).
Characteristic Properties
- High Knot Tensile strenght
- Perfect strength retention for extended wound support
- Excellent flexibility
- Easy penetration
Physical Properties
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- %60- %70 retention of initial
Tensile strength at 4 weeks
- %50- %60 retention of initial
Tensile strength at 6 weeks
- Complete mass absorption takes
place essentially within 6 months
Indications
- Particulary in soft tissue approximation
- Cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery
- Plastic surgery, pediatric surgery
Contraindications
Medoks is contraindicated for indications, Where prolonged support (beyond six weeks) Of the wound closure by the suture material is required.
Type of Absorption
Absorbable
Composition
Polydioxanone
Sizes Available
USP 6/0 to USP 2
Colour of Thread
Violet or Milk White
Origin
Synthetic
Structure
Monofilament
Coating
None
Sterilization
Ethylene Oxide
