DemeTECH’s Silk suture is a non-absorbable, sterile, coated, braided surgical suture composed of an organic protein called fibroin. DemeTECH’s silk sutures are processed to remove the natural waxes and gums from its origin. DemeTECH’s silk sutures are not considered absorbable sutures, progressive degradation in vivo of its fibers may result in the gradual loss of tensile strength within the first year.
Characteristics of DemeTECH’s Silk Sutures:
Silk, is composed of an organic protein called fibroin
DemeTECH’s Silk suture it loses most of its tensile strength in one year
Silk sutures:
Excellent material handling of tighter and compact braid