Ethicon Silk

The changes in tensile properties were evaluated using two commercially available sutures Ethicon surgical silk and Mersilene , both in sizes 1/0, 2/0,3/0, and 4/0. Controlled knots were constructed on the device shown in Fig. 12.1, which also illustrates the principle involved. The suture is looped around two posts, set 2" (5 cm) apart. The first two throws are tied in the middle of the front post one end of the suture is clamped securely while the other is subjected to the required tension. The latter was maintained constant for 5 sec, it was then released, the ends undamped, the next throw tied. 

The suture materials used were silk (Ethicon) Mersilene , uncoated polyester (Ethicon) Polydek , Teflon-impregnated polyester (Deknatel) ... 

Silk Braid Good High Good Good Poor Predisposes to infection does not tear tissue D G suture is silicone treated Ethicon is waxed... 

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