Sutures, Synthetic, Nonabsorbable, Polyethylene
Definition : Synthetic sutures made of ultrahigh-molecular-weight polyethylene, a nonabsorbable (i.e., nonbiodegradable) polymer. These sutures are typically available in sterile multifilament noncoated thread sections (e.g., 18, 30 in [45, 76 cm] long) attached to a single-use needle as an integral device; they are frequently colored for easy identification during surgery. Polyethylene sutures keep their tensile strength for very long periods of time and are not absorbed by tissues; their intended use includes attachment of soft tissue to bone (e.g., the rotator cuff) and/or bone anchors.
Entry Terms : "Polyethylene Sutures" , "Sutures, Polyethylene" , "Sutures, Twisted" , "Sutures, Braided" , "Sutures, Multifilament" , "Twisted Sutures" , "Braided Sutures" , "Multifilament Sutures"
UMDC code : 13907
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| | AliMed Inc Company Type: Parent AliMed is an American manufacturing company and supplier of high quality products — everything from pre-formed orthoses, alarms for fall management, cushions, diagnostic imaging and operating room accessories, orthopedic rehabilitation equipment, ergonomic workplace solutions and emergency preparedness. |  | | Arthrex Inc Company Type: Parent Incorporated since 1984, Arthrex has been a privately held corporation committed to just one thing: providing the finest quality products and educational services to meet the special needs of orthopaedic surgeons and their patients. Arthrex has a focused dedication to creative product development and medical education with an experienced, devoted team of professionals who are truly committed to continuing this tradition. | | | DePuy Synthes Mitek Sports Medicine Company Type: Parent | | | Riverpoint Medical Company Type: Parent | | | Synthasome Inc Company Type: Parent | | |
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