CARESORB PLUS® POLYGLACTIN 910 ANTIBACTERIAL SUTURES

COMPOSITION:

CARESORB® PLUS is a multifilament, braided, sterile synthetic absorbable surgical suture composed of a copolymer of 90% glycolide and 10% L-lactide, coated with a copolymer of Polyglactin 370, calcium stearate, and a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent Chlorhexidine Diacetate (CHA) ≤ 60 µg/m. The suture is available dyed with FDA-approved color additive D&C Violet No. 2 – CI 60725 or undyed in the natural beige color

Polyglactin 910 is also named as: Poly(glycolide-co-L-lactide) 90/10, Glacomer 91, Lactomer 9-1, Polyglycolic Acid 9-1, PGLA.

CHARACTERISTICS:

CARESORB® PLUS provides wound support for 30 days. Complete absorption is accomplished by hydrolysis in 56-70 days.

• High tensile strength, exceeding USP requirements
• AISI 300 series stainless steel (for sutures with attached needles)
• Ease of handling, smooth passage through tissue
• Protection against the most common organisms and pathogens associated with SSIs, including: Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, MRSE, MRSA, E.coli

INDICATIONS:

CARESORB® PLUS – Polyglactin 910 Antibacterial Surgical Sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures; but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.

(A mild inflammatory reaction may occur, which is typical of an endogenous reaction to foreign bodies)

NOTICE:

Sterilized by Ethylene Oxide (EO). Do not re-sterilize | reuse. Do not use if the package is opened or damaged.

STORAGE:

Recommended storage conditions below 25⁰C, away from moisture and direct heat. Do not use after the expiry date. Shelf life: 5 years from the date of manufacturing.