Meril Filaxyn #6-0 Polydioxanone Suture

Description

Meril Filaxyn #6-0 Polydioxanone Suture:

Meril Filaxyn #6-0 Polydioxanone Suture (PDX20 9133) is a high-quality, monofilament synthetic absorbable suture made from Poly (p-dioxanone), designed to offer prolonged wound support in dental surgeries. It is ideal for procedures where extended healing time is required, such as periodontal surgery, dental implant placement, and oral soft tissue grafting. This suture retains 54% of its knot tensile strength for up to 28 days, ensuring reliable support during the critical initial healing period, and is completely absorbed within 180 to 220 days through hydrolysis, minimizing the risk of long-term tissue reaction. Its high initial tensile strength provides robust support to the surgical site, reducing the risk of dehiscence, while its predictable absorption profile ensures the suture maintains its strength until the tissue has sufficiently healed. The monofilament structure allows for smooth passage through oral tissues, reducing trauma and facilitating easier handling, which is crucial in the delicate oral environment. Additionally, the suture material is designed to cause minimal tissue reaction, enhancing patient comfort and reducing the risk of complications such as inflammation or infection. Standard monofilament knot security ensures reliable knot security, crucial for maintaining wound closure in the dynamic oral cavity. These sutures are sterilized using Ethylene Oxide, ensuring they are free from contaminants and safe for surgical use. Overall, the Meril Filaxyn #6-0 Polydioxanone Suture (PDX20 9133) combines prolonged wound support, high initial tensile strength, and predictable absorption, making it a preferred choice for dental surgeons in various soft tissue approximation procedures.

Indication:

• FILAXYN sutures are intended for use where an absorbable suture with prolonged wound support (up to 42 days) is required.

Key Features

• Prolonged Wound Support: Retains 54% of its knot tensile strength for up to 28 days, providing reliable support during the critical initial healing period.
• Complete Absorption: Absorbed within 180 to 220 days through hydrolysis, minimizing the risk of long-term tissue reaction.
• High Initial Tensile Strength: Offers robust initial support to the surgical site, reducing the risk of dehiscence.
• Predictable Absorption: Maintains its strength until the tissue has sufficiently healed, ensuring consistent performance.
• Smooth Passage Through Tissues: Monofilament structure allows for smooth passage through oral tissues, reducing trauma and facilitating easier handling.
• Minimal Tissue Reaction: Designed to cause minimal tissue reaction, enhancing patient comfort and reducing the risk of complications such as inflammation or infection.
• Standard Monofilament Knot Security: Ensures reliable knot security, crucial for maintaining wound closure in the dynamic oral cavity.
• Sterilization: Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide, ensuring they are free from contaminants and safe for surgical use.

Specifications

• Suture Type: Monofilament, Synthetic Absorbable Suture
• Absorption Profile: Absorbable 180 – 220 Days
• Suture Diameter: 6-0
• Suture Composition: Poly (p-dioxanone)
• Color Option: Dyed

Product Code PDX60 127DN :

• Needle Length: 13 mm
• Suture Length: 75 cm
• Needle Description: 3/8 Circle Round Body Double Needle
• Color: Violet

Product Code PDX60 9091DN :

• Needle Length: 8 mm
• Suture Length: 45 cm
• Needle Description: 1/2 Circle Round Body Double Needle
• Color: Violet

Product Code PDX60 9093DN :

• Needle Length: 11 mm
• Suture Length: 45 cm
• Needle Description: 3/8 Circle Round Body Double Needle
• Color: Violet

Product Code PDX60 0487 :

• Needle Length: 11 mm
• Suture Length: 45 cm
• Needle Description: 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle
• Color: Violet

Packaging

• Pack of 12

Directions for Use

• Preparation: Ensure the sterile packaging is intact before use. Prepare the surgical site following standard aseptic procedures.
• Handling the Suture: Carefully remove the suture from the sterile packaging. Avoid using surgical instruments that could damage the suture material. Use standard aseptic techniques to handle the suture.
• Suturing Technique: Select the appropriate needle size and shape for the specific dental procedure. Insert the needle through the tissue at the desired point, ensuring smooth passage to minimize tissue trauma. Make the necessary sutures, taking care to tie secure knots.
• Knot Tying: Use standard knot-tying techniques to ensure knot security. The monofilament structure provides reliable knot security, but care should be taken to ensure knots are properly tied to avoid slippage.
• Cutting the Suture: Once the knot is secured, trim the suture ends to an appropriate length using sterile scissors.
• Post-Operative Care: Monitor the surgical site for signs of infection or adverse reactions. Advise the patient on proper oral hygiene to maintain the surgical site and prevent complications.
• Absorption and Healing: Inform the patient that the suture will gradually lose strength and be absorbed by the body over 180 to 220 days. Regular follow-up visits should be scheduled to monitor the healing process and address any concerns.
• Disposal: Dispose of any unused suture material and packaging according to local regulations for medical waste.
• Precautions: Ensure the patient is not allergic to Poly (p-dioxanone) or any other components of the suture. Avoid using the suture in infected or contaminated areas to minimize the risk of complications. Be cautious when using the suture in patients with compromised healing capabilities.

Additional Information

Country of Origin: India

Manufacturer:
Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Bilakhia House, Survey No. 135/139, Muktanand Marg, Chala, Vapi – 396191, Gujarat, India
Phone: +91 72899 99456

Packer:
Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Bilakhia House, Survey No. 135/139, Muktanand Marg, Chala, Vapi – 396191, Gujarat, India
Phone: +91 72899 99456

Marketed By:
Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Bilakhia House, Survey No. 135/139, Muktanand Marg, Chala, Vapi – 396191, Gujarat, India
Phone: +91 72899 99456

Warranty & Service

• Warrant is not applicable for this product.