A nonabsorbable, braided, sterile, surgical suture composed of poly (ethylene, terephthalate)
- Prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component
- Uniformly coated with polybutilate or poly {oxy-1, 4 butanediyloxy (1, 6-dioxo-1, 6 hexanediyl)}
- Highly adherent coating is a relatively nonreactive nonabsorbable compound which acts as a lubricant to mechanically improve the physical properties of the uncoated suture by improving handling qualities as contrasted to the braided, uncoated fiber
- Braided for optimal handling properties, and dyed green for enhanced visibility in the surgical field