| Type | Monofilament |
|---|---|
| Composition | Extrusion of polyamide 6.0 or 6.6 |
| Coating | None |
| Colour | Blue Black |
| Tissue reaction | Minimal |
| Absorption | Non absorbable, gradually encapsulated by connective tissue. The thread mass diminishes, approximately 10% a year by rupture of chemical links (hydrolytic action). |
| Presentation | Box with 12 sutures |
