Monosyn glyconate absorbable sutures represent an advanced solution for soft tissue closure, ensuring high safety and ease of handling. This product, equipped with a 3/8 needle of 19mm and 70cm purple thread, is available in USP 3/0 size and is supplied in packs of 36 units. Monosyn sutures are made of glyconate, a medium-term absorbable synthetic monofilament material, uncoated, which offers an ideal degradation profile for soft tissues.

Main features of Monosyn sutures

• Material: Synthetic monofilament glyconate


• Absorption: 50% in 14 days, complete in 60-90 days


• Thread color: Purple or colorless


• Needle size: 3/8, 19mm


• Thread size: USP 3/0


• Thread length: 70cm


• Packaging: 36 units

Advantages of Monosyn sutures

• Ideal degradation profile: Perfect for use in soft tissues, ensuring gradual and safe absorption.


• Easy thread passage: The thread slides easily through tissues, reducing surgical trauma.


• Good handling: Ease of use for surgeons, with high knot security.


• High knot security: The knots remain firm, reducing the risk of post-operative complications.

Indications for use

Monosyn sutures are particularly indicated for:

• Gastrointestinal surgery: Ideal for closure of skin and soft tissues.


• Gynecology and Obstetrics: Used for closure of incisions and ligatures in gynecological and obstetric procedures.


• Urology: Perfect for intracutaneous and subcutaneous sutures.


• Pediatric ligatures: Safe and reliable for use in pediatric patients.


• Soft tissue closure: Suitable for all surgical specialties requiring soft tissue closure.

Why choose Monosyn sutures?

Monosyn sutures by B.BRAUN are an excellent choice for healthcare professionals seeking a reliable, high-quality product. Thanks to their advanced features, these sutures offer a combination of safety, handling ease, and strength, making them ideal for a wide range of surgical applications.