PGA (Polyglycolic Acid) Suture 4-0, Violet, 18", Braided, FS2 (C6), 12PK

• High tensile strength
• Initial strength comparable to that of Nylon and Chromic Gut
• Synthetic suture absorbing at a moderate rate
• Lower tissue reaction than gut sutures with no risk of toxicity
• Predictable absorption profile
• Thread type: Braided
• Color: Violet/ Undyed
• Strength duration: 21-28 days
• Absorb duration: 55-70 days

PGA has longer resorption than other absorbable sutures like Chromic Gut

PGA is synthetic, braided multifilament. It holds its high tensile strength for ~ 3 weeks and completely absorbs via hydrolysis in ~ 60 days. It is ideal for procedures like flap repositioning, third molar extractions, and implant/graft sites that need prolonged closure.

PGA has superior knot security

PGA is braided, which gives it superior knot security and predictable performance, though it can have a slight "sawing" effect if not coated properly.

PGA Low Tissue Reaction

PGA is synthetic and generally elicits a low, predictable foreign-body inflammatory response.

As compared to Chromic Gu from published research:

The results demonstrate that PGA sutures exhibit significantly higher tensile strength at all evaluated time points (baseline, 7 days, and 10 days post-surgery) compared to chromic catgut sutures. Specifically, the mean tensile strength of PGA sutures was 16.82 N at baseline, 14.56 N on day 7, and 11.50 N on day 10, whereas chromic catgut sutures had mean tensile strengths of 10.40 N, 8.76 N, and 6.45 N at the same respective time points. These findings suggest that PGA sutures are more durable and maintain their integrity better over the post-surgical period, which is crucial for optimal wound healing. The significant decrease in tensile strength over time for both suture types, particularly for chromic catgut, highlights the importance of selecting sutures that can provide sufficient support throughout the healing process. Surgeons should consider these results when choosing suture materials, especially in cases where higher tensile strength is needed to ensure effective wound closure and minimize the risk of complications. (1)

1. Golpasand Hagh L, Beiki Ghasemi M, Safikhani E, Dorestan N. Comparison of Tensile Strengths of Synthetic and Natural Absorbable Sutures in Minor Oral Surgeries: A Randomized Clinical Trial : Galen Med J. 2024 Dec 31;