Luxcryl PDO (Polydioxanone)

Synthetic absorbable surgical suture Polydioxanone Monofilament

Type	Monofilament
Composition	Polydioxanone, a polymer made from polyester poly (p−dioxanone)
Coating	None
Tissue reaction	Minimal
Absortion	The hydrolytic action by which the material is broken down results in total absorption in approximately 180 to 210 days. Approximately 50% of tensile strength remain after 42 days.
Tensile strength	Post implantation 28 days 42 days 56 days	Approximate % original strength remaining 70% 50% 20%
Suture colour	Violet
Range	USP 6/0 − 2
Indications	Luxcryl PDO sutures are intended for use in general soft tissue closing; especially in general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, ophthalmic surgery, orthopaedics, abdominal wall closure, gynaecology, plastic surgery, urology.