Strong, flexible suture material
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Feb 2, 2006
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Nov 15, 2004
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Jul 29, 2004
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The present invention provides for a suture comprising a flexible foraminous cover made of a polymeric material, and a core within the cover made of a cushioning material. The cover material is preferably formed of uhmw polyethylene, nylon or polypropylene. The cushioning material is preferably polyester, PTFE or nylon. Preferably, the core is twisted at about 1.5 turns per inch and comprises about 22% of the suture.
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