Medical - Silk
Type | Braided multifilament |
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Composition | Braided fibres from the cocoon of the silkworm |
Coating | Silicone |
Colour | Black |
Tissue reaction | Moderate |
Absorption | Silk suture elicits an initial inflammatory reaction in tissues, which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissues. |
Presentation | Box with 12 sutures |