Maxon

Question 1

What is the composition of Maxon?

Answer 1

Glycolide and Trimethylene Carbonate (TMC)

Question 2

What colour box is Maxon in?

Answer 2

Silver

Question 3

Is Maxon an MSA or BSA?

Answer 3

MSA

Question 4

Are Maxon dyed or Undyed?

Answer 4

Available in both green and clear

Question 5

What is the absorption rate for Maxon

Answer 5

Absorption is minimal until about 60 days and is essentially complete within 180 days.

Question 6

What is the wound support for Maxon?

Answer 6

6 weeks

Question 7

What is the tensile strength for Maxon?

Answer 7

80% @ 1 wk
75% @ 2 wks
65% @ 3 wks 
50% @ 4 wks
25% @ 6 wks

Question 8

List the benefits of using Maxon?

Answer 8

Great for patients who have a delayed wound healing process like diabetics.
Excellent handling
Less tissue drag
Excellent knot tie
Excellent first throw hold

Question 9

Is Maxon coated?

Answer 9

No