Optilene® is a sterile non-absorbable monofilament surgical
suture made of polypropylene and polyethylene. Available in blue for a
better visibility.
Optilene® is offered with RacePack® and
LongPack® packaging presentations to reduce the memory effect. Other
special presentations, including PremiPatch® PTFE pledgets, are also
available.
Advantages
Superior smoothness and smaller tissue drag than polypropylene sutures.
Controlled knot run-down and proven reliable tensile strengt
Good handling endorsed by cardiothoracic surgeons.
Lower memory effect than the market standard and high thread pig-tailing resistance.
Reengineered pliability for good touch and controlled suture elongation in microsurgery sizes.
Improved thread visibility for enhanced visual comfort.
Note
Sizes available USP 10/0 (0.2 metric) to USP2 (5 metric)