Luxcryl PGA EP 1 USP 5/0 Needle 3/8 Cir Rev. Cutting 12mm / 45cm Surgical Suture  Pack 12  (CODE: PG50DS12)
Luxcryl PGA EP 1 USP 5/0 Needle 3/8 Cir Rev. Cutting 12mm / 45cm Surgical Suture  Pack 12  (CODE: PG50DS12)

Luxcryl PGA EP 1 USP 5/0 Needle 3/8 Cir Rev. Cutting 12mm / 45cm Surgical Suture Pack 12 (CODE: PG50DS12)

Regular price
€51,50 Excl. VAT
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€51,50 Excl. VAT

  • Type: Braided and coated multifilament
  • Composition: Polyglycolic acid
  • Coating: Polycaprolactone and calcium stearate (1%)
  • Tissue reaction: Minimal
  • Absorption: The hydrolytic action by which the material is broken down results in total absorption in approximately 60 to 90 days. Approximately 50% of tensile strength remain after 21 days.
  • Tensile strength:
  •  Post implantation

    Approximate % original strength remaining                                                              

     14 days

     70 %

    21 days  

     50 %

    28 days

    20 %


  • Suture colour: Violet, beige - undyed
  • Indications: Luxcryl PGA sutures are intended for use in general soft tissue closing and/or ligation; especially in general surgery, skin closure, dental, gastrointestinal surgery, gynaecology, obstetrics, plastic surgery, urology, ophthalmic surgery, orthopaedics