High strength suture material
US6716234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD10B2509/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A high strength abrasion resistant surgical suture material with improved tie down characteristics. The suture features a multifilament cover formed of braided strands of ultra high molecular weight long chain polyethylene and polyester. The cover surrounds a core formed of twisted strands of ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene. The suture, provided in a #2 size, has the strength of #5 Ethibond, is ideally suited for most orthopedic procedures, and can be attached to a suture anchor or a curved needle.
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