MITSU FST offers reliable short-term wound support with minimal tissue trauma.
It is a short-term absorbable, braided, and coated synthetic suture, made of low molecular weight Polyglactin 910. Made from a copolymer of 90% glycolide and 10% lactide. It degrades by hydrolysis, assuring predictable and reliable absorption.
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Indications - When short-term wound support is desirable:
- Gynaecology/Obstetric procedures (e.g.: episiotomy repair)
- Ophthalmic procedures (e.g.: conjunctiva suturing)
- Odontology procedures (e.g.: oral mucosa)
- Skin closure (intracutaneous, subcutaneous)
- Ligatures
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Properties:
- Retains 50% knot tensile strength for up to 5 days
- Complete mass absorption by 42 days
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Advantages:
- High initial tensile strength
- Predictable and constant degradation rate
- Excellent knot security
- Excellent handling properties
- Quick mass absorption