Description
Chirmax Polydox
Absorbable surgical suture – Long-term absorbable PDO monofilament. Monofilament polydioxanone (PDO). Thread color of this version: violet.
Properties
- Slow degradation profile: 50% tensile strength still present after 45 days
- Monofilament: no capillary effect, minimal infection risk
- Very flexible, supple, easy to knot
- Only slight initial tissue reaction
Tensile Strength Profile
- Day 1 – 100%
- Day 45 – 50%
- Mass absorption – 180–240 days (complete mass absorption)
Areas of Application
- Soft tissue adaptation with extended support requirements (> 4 weeks)
- Orthopedics (joint capsules, tendons)
- Fascial closure
- Urology and gynecology
- Plastic surgery
Contraindications
Do not use when permanent tissue adaptation under stress is required.
Technical Specifications
| Type |
Monofilament |
| Composition |
Monofilament Polydioxanone (PDO) |
| Absorption |
Long-term healing (90–98 days effective wound support), 180–240 days (complete mass absorption) |
| Tissue Reaction |
Minimal |
| Color |
Violet |
| USP Size Range |
7/0 to 4 |
| Sterilization |
Sterile packed (EO), CE certified, manufactured according to ISO 13485 / GMP |
Delivery Forms
With atraumatic needle (single thread), as pre-cut ligature threads (multi-packs, e.g., 3 × 45 cm) or as Chirapack spool (300 cm, 20 pieces per box). Needle codes: HR = ½ circle round body, HS = ½ circle cutting, DS = ⅜ circle cutting, DR = ⅜ circle round body, GS/GR = straight, HRT = Tapercut, X = extra strong, s = slim.
Manufacturer: CHIRMAX (CTI Group) – over 85 years of experience in suture manufacturing. Medical device for use by medical professionals.
