B. Braun Dafilon® non-absorbable suture material in detail
The blue Dafilon® suture material is non-absorbable, monofilament and uncoated. It is made of polyamide 6/6.6 and is used for skin closure and in plastic surgery. It is also suitable for use in neurosurgery. Like other nylon sutures, although non-absorbable, progressive hydrolysis can cause a gradual loss of tensile strength over time.
Suitable for:
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Microsurgery
- Ophthalmology
The suture material is available in various sizes and lengths.
Advantages
- numerous possible uses
- easy to knot
- easy handling
Ideally suited for
- Doctors' practices
- Hospitals
- Surgery