FILAPROP POLYPROPYLENE SUTURES

Non-Absorbable Polypropylene Surgical Suture

FILAPROP^TM  Polypropylene suture is a monofilament, synthetic non-absorbable, sterile surgical suture composed of an isotactic crystalline stereoisomer of polypropylene, a synthetic linear polyolefin. The molecular formula of polypropylene is (C₃H₆)_n.  FILAPROP^TM sutures are either undyed or dyed with phthalocyanine blue.

FILAPROP^TM Polypropylene suture is available in a less-memory tray as well as long folders to avoid the memory effect. It is available in a range of gauge sizes and lengths attached to standard stainless steel needles of various type and sizes.

FILAPROP^TM complies with the requirement of the United States Pharmacopoeia for “Non Absorbable Surgical Suture” and the European Pharmacopoeia for “Sterile Synthetic Non Absorbable monofilament Strand.”

Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture

Non-Absorbable Surgical Sutures are not digested by body enzymes or hydrolyzed in body tissue. Non-absorbable sutures are further classified on the basis of the source as Natural and Synthetic sutures and on the basis of the structure as Monofilament and Braided sutures.

Natural Non-absorbable sutures are made of material that can be found in nature whereas Synthetic Non-absorbable sutures are made of materials created by man.

Braided Non-absorbable sutures are made of more than one suture strand with greater tensile strength, pliability and flexibility. Monofilament Non-absorbable sutures are made of single suture strand and offer good tissue passage. Examples of Braided Non-absorbable sutures are Polyester and Silk sutures and Monofilament Non-absorbable sutures are Nylon, Polypropylene and Steel sutures.

Product Specifications

Composition: Polypropylene

Structure: Monofilament

Colour: Blue

Sizes: USP 10-0, 9-0, 8-0, 7-0, 6-0, 5-0, 4-0, 3-0, 2-0, 0

Suture Lenghts (cm): 45- 150

Needle Dimensions and Profiles: A variety ranging from 6 mm to 48mm

Procedure-wise applications of Polypropylene Sutures

 

Cardiovascular procedures

• Distal and Proximal Anastomosis
• Atrial Septal Defect/ Ventricular Septal Defect
• Cannulation

Peripheral Vascular Procedures

• A/V Fistula
• Carotid Endarterectomy

Plastic procedures

• Microsurgical anastomosis
• Brachial plexus injuries
• Onco Reconstruction surgeries
• Faciomaxillary
• Hand injury and Tendon Repair

Ophthamic procedures:Cataract Surgery, Orbit and Oculoplasty Surgery

Polypropylene Suture- Performance

FILAPROP^TM  Polypropylene suture initially elicits a minimal inflammatory reaction in tissues followed by a gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissue. It is neither absorbed, nor subjected to degradation or weakening by the action of tissue enzymes. It is recommended for use in wounds where the least possible suture reaction is desired as it is relatively biologically inert.

Being a monofilament suture, FILAPROP^TM  has been successfully employed in surgical wounds which may in due course become infected or contaminated and thus minimizing sinus formation or suture extrusion. It is an effective pull-out suture due to its lower adherence to tissue.

For enhanced performance, FILAPROP^TM  Polypropylene suture comes with specially curated needles to enhance the pass efficiency and overall outcome of the surgery.

1. HV Needle-HV (Hemovas) Needle is a round body needle, recommended for blood vessels
2. V-Black Needle- Round body/ Tapercut Needle with black finish for enhanced visibility under glaring OT lights
3. C2 Needle- C2 (Calcified Coronary) Needle is tapercut needle, for tough, difficult to penetrate tissues
4. MeriSmooth Needle- MeriSmooth Needle is used for easy penetrations pass after pass

Sterility:

FILAPROP^TM  Polypropylene sutures are sterilized by ethylene oxide (EtO). It is advisable not to use the package if open or damaged.

Storage:

Recommended storage conditions for FILAPROP^TM   Polypropylene sutures is between 15^OC and 30^OC, away from moisture and direct heat. Do not use after expiry date., away from moisture and direct heat. Do not use after expiry date.