PGCL Sutures are highly pliable monofilament sutures, that also absorb predictably. With the smooth monofilament surface structures, it handles and ties easily, and is virtually inert in tissue. Basically, PGCL sutures behave like PTFE sutures, but do not need to be removed! Below is an FAQ for PGCL Sutures. Do you see your question answered? Please feel free to open a new topic to ask a question. For pricing and to purchase PGCL sutures, please visit Absorbable Sutures.. We currently offer PGCL 4.0 and PGCL 5.0.
What are the main advantages of PGCL sutures?
PGCL is dissolved by the body’s own processes. No foreign material remains in the body No removal is necessary. The PGCL suture is absorbable in approximately 4 weeks. Fully absorbed in 90 to 120 days. It features:
- Very high tensile strength initially
- High in vivo strength retention
- Excellent handling properties and high pliability
- Very low incidence of infection and trauma
- Ultra-sharp needle point for atraumatic tissue penetration
- Needle coated with silicone for smooth tissue passage
- Predictable absorption profile
- Thread type: Monofilament
- Color: Undyed, Violet
- Strength duration: 14-21 days
- Absorb duration: 90-120 days
How do PGCL sutures prevent bacterial wicking?
The PGCL suture is a monofilament suture that prevents bacterial wicking, as opposed to a braided suture that allows for a perfect surface for bacteria to grow.
Why is the 90 to 110 day resorption time of PGCL sutures beneficial?
PGCL sutures will not resorb prematurely which ensures that your incision line and tissue flap remains closed long enough for proper healing and closure. PGCL sutures behave like non-resorbable PTFE without the need to remove the sutures.
Why choose a PGCL Suture over a non-resorbable PTFE suture?
For those who are used to PTFE sutures, sometimes if the suture is left in for a prolonged period, it tends to get buried, making it difficult to retrieve. On the other hand, PGCL Sutures will last quite some time because it is 100% resorbable and has added PCL polymer. You do not have to worry about having to remove the suture!
How are the PGCL sutures packaged?
Our PGCL sutures are available in packages of 12 sutures per box. We currently sell the 4-0 and 5-0 sizes.
What Sizes are available in the PGCL Sutures?
We currently sell the 4.0, and 5.0 sizes in the 45cm length version with 3/8, 18mm reverse-cutting needle (C-6/FS-2 Needle Type).
How is it that PGCL sutures are less atraumatic to the gums?
The PGCL suture glides smoothly through the tissue because of the single strand monofilament construction aided by the super sharp needles. Also, the needle is coated with silicone for smooth tissue passage
How long does it take for PGCL sutures to resorb?
It takes 90 to 120 days for the PGCL sutures to completely absorb and no longer be noticeable.
Can you please clarify the absorption and strength profile of the PGCL suture?
The PGCL suture is fully-resorbed in about 90 to 120 days. This means that in 90 to 120 days the PGCL suture material is 100% absorbed by the body so that there is no trace of the suture material. However, while the suture takes 90 to 120 days to fully resorb, it maintains its strength for approximately 14-21 days. The 14-21 days time frame is for the strength of the suture material to be sufficient to keep the flap closed without tension before it disintegrates further. So for approximately 21 days it provides strength to keep flap and incision line stable.