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Silk is a strand of braided silk fibrils and is derived from the filaments of Bombyx Mori silkworm, called fibroin.
The silk are treated to remove natural sericin gum and is further dyed with black non-toxic dyes and coated in silicone or wax to provide a smooth surface and greater tensile strength.
The available silk sizes are from USP8/0-USP4.

silk suture precautions
1.Silk sutures exhibit good knotting strength and secure knot placement.
2.Silk sutures are available with needles made from 400 series alloy steel for superior strength,sharpness and performance.
3.Silk sutures are braided with special technology to ensure tight braiding, better strength and performance.

Needle Type
| Silk Suture Indications |
Silk suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
Suture should be selected and implanted depending on the patient’s condition, surgical experience, surgical technique and wound size.
| Silk Suture Performance |
RUNTE silk suture elicits a minimal initial inflammatory reaction in tissues which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissue.
Silk suture is not absorbed nor is it subjected to degradation or weakening by the action of tissue enzymes. Due to its relative biological inertness it is recommended for use where the least possible suture reaction is desired. Its lack of adherence to tissue.
RUNTE silk suture is effective as a pull out suture.
| Silk Suture Warnings |
User should be familiar with surgical procedure and techniques involving non-absorbable sutures before employing polyester suture for wound closure as a risk of wound dehiscence may vary with the site of application and the suture material used.
As with any foreign body, prolonged contact of any suture with salt solutions, such as those found in the urinary or biliary tracts may result in calculus formation. Acceptable surgical practice should be followed for the management of infected or contaminated wounds.
| Silk Suture Precautions |
Care should be taken to avoid damaging the surface of the material with surgical instruments as this could lead to fracture of the material in use. Avoid crushing or crimping damage due to surgical instruments such as forceps or needle holders.
Adequate knot security requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstances and the experience of the surgeon. The use of addition throws is particularly appropriate when knotting polyester sutures.
| Silk Suture Adverse Reactions |
Adverse reactions associated with the use of this device include: minimal initial inflammatory tissue reaction and transient local irritation at the wound site.

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