PGLA Lactic
PGLA LACTIC is multifilament synthetic absorbable suture made of glycolic and lactic acid copolymer. It is coated with
these acids and calcium stearate. Thanks to the coating it penetrates tissues without much friction and with minimal tissue
reaction. Thread can be dyed violet using C. I. Solvent Violet 13. With lapse of time, gradual loss of strength and process of
absorption is visible. Absorption of PGLA LACTIC sutures occurs by means of hydrolysis.
Approximate % original Breaking Strength Retention:
- 75% after 14 days from implantation,
- 50% after 21 days from implantation,
- 25% after 28 days from implantation.
Total absorption is ended after 54-70 days.
Atraumatic combinations of PGLA LACTIC are available in a range of gauge sizes and lengths, non-needled or attached to
different types and sizes of single and double stainless steel needles. Beige color is used on single and collective packaging.
PGLA LACTIC complies with the requirements of European Pharmacopoeia for sterile, absorbable, braided sutures.
INDICATIONS AND USE
Combination of threads PGLA LACTIC and needles are used according to kind and size of the wound, surgical procedures
and techniques, experience of surgeon and condition of the patient. PGLA LACTIC are intended for use in general soft tissue
(subcutaneous tissue, mucosa) or/and ligation tissue undemanding extending action of ligature. Use of PGLA LACTIC
includes: general, children’s, plastic surgery, urology, orthopedic, gynecology, and obstetrics. They may be used also in
dental treatment and approximation mucous membrane in oral cavity and eye surgery. The safety and effectiveness have been
not established for cardiovascular tissue. This suture may be inappropriate in elderly, malnourished and depilated patients, or
in patients suffering from conditions which may delay wound healing.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Absorbable sutures PGLA LACTIC should be not used in case when prolonged contact of tissues is necessarily. Suture may
be cause of transitory inflammatory during the absorption. There was no essential contraindications describe for using PGLA
LACTIC. They may take place individual allergic reactions for used surgical material.
STERILITY
Sutures are sterilized by ethylene oxide gas. Do not use if package is opened or damaged. Do not resterilize. Discard opened,
unused sutures. In closed packages expiry date is guaranteed till the date on the package.
STORAGE
Sutures should be storage in original packages, away from moisture and direct heat, below 25 ° C. Do not use after expiry
date.