SUTURES. 9 Circuit Drive Hendon SA 5014 AUSTRALIA

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1 D Y N E K SUTURES G L O B A L Marketing Division, Manufacturing Facility & Orders 9 Circuit Drive Hendon SA 5014 AUSTRALIA Postal Address PO Box 2346 Port Adelaide SA 5015 Telephone Facsimile export@dynek.com D Y N E K P T Y L T D ABN WHOLLY AUSTRALIAN OWNED COMPANY Dynek Sutures manufactured to ISO CE marked Dynek Pty Ltd. BE THE SYMBOL OF TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE

2 No Compromise in pursuit of excellence No compromise in Procedures, Equipment or Supplies. Dynek sutures are made to uncompromising standards with proven performance in many fields of surgery: Plastic Micro Ophthalmic General O & G Thoracic Paediatric Orthopaedic E.N.T. Neuro Orthodontic At Dynek, Quality is placed above all other considerations. EC certified by SGS UK Ltd CE mark 0120 Manufacture to EC council directive 93/42/EEC Manufacture to ISO Quality Standard AQIS approved laboratory state of the art laboratory... Dynek Pty Ltd the company Few professions are as demanding as modern medicine. From the skilled hands of the surgeon to the exacting duties of the operating theatre staff surgery offers no room for compromise. This understanding of commitment to Quality is the driving force behind The Southern Hemisphere s leading supplier of surgical sutures; Dynek Pty Ltd. Dynek is proudly Australian owned. Its state of the art manufacturing facility is situated in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, and is CE Mark certified CE0120 with SGS UK Ltd. The company has been manufacturing quality sutures in South Australia since 1974 and during this time has not remained inward looking; instead, a commitment to achieving the highest standards has prevailed, ensuring dynamic growth and world class status as a supplier of the best surgical products. Dynek understands the unique needs of the medical profession and Dynek s fine surgical products exists as a result of close ongoing consultation with medical professionals, and the knowledge gained through meticulous research and development. Arising from this strong foundation, Dynek has established a reputation for innovative product development and marketing, and today, supplies in excess of 2000 different kinds of single use absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures. Dynek is the only wholly Australian owned suture company.

3 Dynek described Dynek is an equal opportunity employer; driven by a one level management system with a commitment to staff training and further education. A responsible team of professionals sensitive to environmental issues while focused on a common goal; the research and development of a world class product. Dynek mission statement A History of research, commitment and successful innovation Dynek s success has been widely acclaimed in Australia. Renowned for its technical excellence, Dynek has produced a world class range of sutures, now exported around the globe. With production running into millions of sutures each year, Dynek looked to the future when investing in a new state of the art manufacturing facility. This facility, along with advances in micro engineering, has enhanced productivity and enabled the attainment of ISO13485 & CE Mark Accreditation. In recent years, research and development has expanded into many new areas. Dynek recognises that although research absorbs large amounts of capital, the benefits to the medical profession and most importantly, the patient, are of paramount importance. Environmental concerns are foremost in people s minds. Dynek is committed to ensuring that where possible, all products can be recycled or destroyed without harmful residue. A company s greatest assets are the ideas and the visions of its employees. Dynek could not have achieved such advancements in technology without the proven performance of a well trained and dedicated team. The strength of this company is its people and their ongoing commitment to quality and service. We are committed to being the leading supplier of quality world class products in our field. Consistently providing a level of quality and reliability of supply, that will equal or surpass the expectations of our most critical customer. Proudly, our product is a result of ongoing research and development, providing long term benefits to the medical profession and most importantly the patient. Dynek privacy policy statement Privacy Policy Objective - To ensure customers and Dynek Pty Ltd Personnel understand their rights and obligations with regard to preserving the privacy of our customers. Privacy Statement - It is Dynek Pty Ltd intention to provide its customers with absolute confidence that all details recorded by Dynek during the course of normal business operations are accorded the utmost confidentiality and that the full privacy of the customer is maintained at all times.

4 Quality the first word in our product The Dynek team is totally committed to the successful implementation and maintenance of Total Quality Control. Quality goals are achieved by the development and constant refining of Standard Operating Procedures, thorough training, and continuous personnel education. Briefly, Dynek s Quality Assurance Programme is executed by: The employment of a team of Microbiologists to oversee Quality procedures. The validation of all incoming material to documented Quality standards. Ongoing Quality control checks made on all aspects of suture manufacture. Strict testing procedures carried out to exacting Quality standards. The commitment of all personnel to support the company mandate to achieve, at all times, Quality in excess of that specified by world standards. Dynek sutures are manufactured to Standard ISO Dynek is a company in which Total Quality Control is placed above all other considerations, a company whose primary task is absolute customer satisfaction and confidence in a product manufactured with pride under the Dynek trademark. Needle specifications include: reverse conventional Fineline* straight cutting round bodied taper Lancet-Spatula A-cute* taper reverse premium cutting point Threads range from: plain catgut chromic catgut silk nylon polyether polyester polyvinylidene fluoride(pvdf) polyglycolide others available on request

5 DYNEK SUTURE MATERIALS AND TRADEMARKS Absorbable Sutures CODE PRODUCT MATERIAL CG No Trademark Chromic Catgut PG No Trademark Plain Catgut B BIOVEK* Violet Braided Coated Polyglycolide Synthetic Absorbable B-C BIOVEK* UNDYED Beige Braided Coated Polyglycolide Synthetic Absorbable Non Absorbable Sutures CODE PRODUCT MATERIAL V VILENE* Blue Monofilament Polyvinylidene Fluoride N NYLENE* Blue Monofilament Nylon D DYLOC* Blue Monofilament Polyether S DYSILK* Black Braided Treated Silk P-S DYFLEX* Green Braided Treated Polyester P POLYFLEX* Black Braided Treated Polyester T TEFLEX* White Braided Treated Polyester R RADENE* Yellow Monofilament Polyvinylidene Fluoride SS DYCROM* Monofilament Stainless Steel Wire Other non suture CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FINELINE* A-CUTE* TAPER Dermaloc* Needle Needle Skin Tone wound closure strips IMPORTANT: Dynek sutures are single use only devices and should not be re-sterilised The information contained in this catalogue is intended as a guide only. The final decision on suture selection and subsequent use remains the Surgeon s. ** TRADEMARK DYNEK Research and Development leads to continuous improvement and replacement of products, and we therefore reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.

6 HOW TO INTERPRET DYNEK CODE NUMBERS Code numbering is very important in the stock control and selection of sutures. There are many different types, and this can make the choice difficult. We believe that codes must be kept simple and should be easy to decipher. Needle Type Lift & Tear Thread Type Thread Size Length of Thread Single Use Only Lot No. Instructions For Use Expiry Date A: Refers to the Suture Material B: Suture C: Needle Number in Catalogue The codes convey three pieces of information: A. The first letter(s) refer to the material. B. The next number(s) refer to the thread size. C. The final number(s) refer to the needle code. * If #1 precedes the thread size, this indicates a longer thread length than the standard. For example, N-306 has a 45cm thread, where N-1306 has a cm thread. Pre-cut Lengths: Pre-cut lengths of sutures also have an easy to understand coding system. Please remember that the second letter of the code is equal to its numerical partner, i.e. A equals one strand; B equals two strands; C equals three strands etc. The first number(s) indicate the thread size. The last two numbers represent the thread length in inches eg: SM4024 = Silk x 13 strands size 4/0 x 24 inches in length. Once the coding is understood it is possible to use the code without the catalogue. In a teaching hospital it is good practice for staff to be able to explain what they are using and how they selected it. SYMBOL: The Symbol on the foil packet indicates the needle type eg: = round bodied taper needle, = reverse cutting needle DOUBLE ARMED: Double armed sutures have two symbols ( in the foil packet. ) next to the needle profile, to note two needles are

7 PACKAGING INFORMATION Packaging: The packaging of sutures is very important to everyone. Consequently, Dynek has developed a suture packet which is easy to use. All Dynek sutures are colour coded using the internationally accepted system, which allows easy transition from one brand to another. The Dynek primary foil packs are quick and easy to open revealing the needle locked in place to help prevent needle stick injury. Expiry Dates: To minimise stock holding, every Dynek primary pack and box label has the expiry date clearly shown. This provides the Operating Room Staff the ability to issue the sutures to other areas. Lot Numbers: Every Dynek foil and label is clearly marked with the lot number. Each lot number allows the product to be traced through every step of production, ensuring maximum manufacturing control and traceability.

8 PACKAGING INFORMATION Standards for Diameter: Specifications for Absorbable Catgut Sutures Specifications for Non-Absorbable Sutures DIAMETER (MM) DIAMETER (MM) SIZE SIZE MINIMUM MAXIMUM SIZE SIZE MINIMUM MAXIMUM 8/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / and Specifications for Stainless Steel Sutures Specifications for Synthetic Absorbable Sutures DIAMETER (MM) DIAMETER (MM) SIZE SIZE MINIMUM MAXIMUM SIZE SIZE MINIMUM MAXIMUM 2/ / / / / and / / / / / and

9 NEEDLE SPECIFICATIONS Types and Suggested Uses A-CUTE* TAPER Flat shanked round-bodied needle constructed from a new series stainless steel, with an especially sharp cutting tip that allows for easier penetration through hardened or calcified tissue. The needle is frequently used in cardiovascular and dental surgery. CARDIO CUTTING POINT A fine, flat-shanked round bodied taper needle with a specially designed, sharp cutting point. This needle has been uniquely constructed for use in cardiovascular surgery to minimise the impact of the needle penetration on tissue trauma. The flat shanked body ensures that the needle is held securely in the needle holder. ROUND BODIED TAPER BLUNT POINT This flat shanked round bodied taper needle is ideal for soft, easily penetrated tissues. A range of bluntpoint needles are available for intestinal (liver) surgery. REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT A special hand-finished extremely sharp reverse cutting needle designed for delicate tissue and ideal for plastic surgery. REVERSE CUTTING FINELINE* CONVENTIONAL CUTTING LANCET - SPATULA A triangular reverse cutting needle, it is strong, retains it sharpness and is considerably more resistant to bending than the standard conventional needle. A flat-shanked plastic surgery needle designed for increased stability in the needle holder to permit accurate placement through the tissue. The conventional cutting point produces an excellent result in cosmetic surgery. A triangular cutting needle with the third cutting edge on its inside apex. This square shanked, side cutting needle offers extra sharpness and penetration, and is commonly used in ophthalmic surgery. SILICONISED CV300 The majority of cutting needles are silicone treated to increase penetration. Dynek s world leading CV300 needles for cardiovascular surgery have been developed to achieve extra penetration and a high bending resistance yet flexible when bent. Important : As the range of needles is continually expanding, if the needle you require is not listed, please ask a Dynek suture consultant.

10 NEEDLE SELECTION REVERSE CUTTING NEEDLES 1/2 Circle REVERSE CUTTING NEEDLE (MM) 15 16MM 14 18MM 34 25MM 90 60MM REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT NEEDLES 1/2 Circle REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT NEEDLE (MM) 16 15MM 3/8 Circle REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 11MM 49 13MM 3/8 Circle REVERSE CUTTING 2 12MM 24 16MM 40 13MM 20 18MM 4 16MM 3 20MM MM 24MM 21 24MM 47 26MM 8 26MM MM 30MM FINELINE* CUTTING NEEDLES 3/8 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING NEEDLE 25 (MM) 16MM 31 35MM 26 20MM 13 40MM 27 25MM 10 45MM

11 NEEDLE SELECTION CONVENTIONAL CUTTING NEEDLES 1/2 Circle CONVENTIONAL CUTTING ROUND BODIED TAPER NEEDLES 1/2 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER CV300 NEEDLE (MM) NEEDLE (MM) 18 22MM 51 10MM 3/8 Circle CONVENTIONAL CUTTING 11 90MM MM 16MM 18MM 65 20MM 68 25MM A-CUTE* TAPER NEEDLES 1/2 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER NEEDLE 35 (MM) 18MM MM 35MM 58 20MM 97 40MM 32 25MM 98 48MM 42 35MM 85 65MM MM 55MM 86 MM 1/2 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER HEAVY 3/8 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER 63 18MM 70E5 97E5 35MM 40MM 98E5 48MM

12 NEEDLE SELECTION 1/4 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER CV MM 0.15MM 71 25MM J TYPE ROUND BODIED TAPER CV MM MM 0.15MM MM 0.20MM MM 0.23MM 3/8 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER CV300 NEEDLE (MM) 52 10MM 53 13MM LANCET-SPATULA NEEDLES 3/8 Circle LANCET SPATULA NEEDLE (MM) DIAM (MM) MM 0.15MM 54 16MM MM 0.20MM MM 20MM 25MM 30MM MM 0.15MM MM 0.20MM MM 0.35MM 1/2 Circle LANCET SPATULA MM 0.30MM 1/4 Circle LANCET SPATULA STRAIGHT CUTTING NEEDLES NEEDLE (MM) 30 60MM MM 0.30MM CARDIO POINT NEEDLES 3/8 Circle CARDIO POINT NEEDLE (MM) DIAM (MM) MM MM 0.25MM MM 0.25MM MICRO NEEDLES 3/8 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER NEEDLE (MM) DIAM (MM) Other Needles Available on Special Request MM 0.05MM MM 0.07MM MM 0.10MM

13 VILENE* AUSTRALIA MONOFILAMENT P.V.D.F. VILENE* is a monofilament of Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) which is non absorbable and is physiologically inert. Maintaining it s tensile strength in situ, Vilene* provides superior clinical benefits to the Surgeon. Combining the high tensile strength and low elongation (see chart below) gives it excellent handling and knotting properties. ELONGATION POLYPROPYLENE VILENE* 7/ 6/ 5/ 4/ 3/ 2/ 1/ 1 2 VILENE* THREAD POLYPROPYLENE NOTES 1. Standard knot pull is as stated in European Pharmacopeia Vol. III and US Pharmacopeia Vol. XXI for Non-absorbable sutures Class 1 plus 25% for non-sterile sutures TENSILE STRENGTH CV 300 needle - all Dynek cardiovascular sutures use a CV300 needle giving the Surgeon optimum performance from both suture material and needle. Knotting: As with all synthetic non-absorbable sutures, knot tying requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstance. Vilene is available on the following needles: Fineline* Cutting Reverse Cutting Reverse Premium Cutting Point Round Bodied Taper Round Bodied A-Cute* Taper Both single & double armed sutures are available. 2. Standard knot pull test is made with a simple knot. 3. Elongation is the extension of the material at break or rupture in a straight pull test expressed as a percentage of the original length. Experience has shown that Vilene* has excellent knot security. The springiness that affects all monofilaments when removed from the package can be taken out by a gentle pull. It can be used in all procedures where polypropylene monofilaments are utilised. Unlike polypropylene which after sterilisation is waxy in feel and is prone to fraying, Vilene* is smooth, fray free and supple. Vilene* is sterilised by gamma irradiation. Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

14 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 12mm 3/8 Circle V602 V502 V1602* DV602* Plastic 12mm 3/8 Circle 4 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle 7 45 V604 V504 V V505 V405 V305 V1405 V1305* 45 V406 V306 V1306 V V207* 28mm 3/8 Circle 9 V209* 30mm 3/8 Circle 13 40mm 3/8 Circle 15 V2013* 100 V12013* 45 V4015* 16mm 1/2 Circle V3030 V mm STRAIGHT

15 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/ REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 45 V602D V502D Plastic 11mm 3/8 Circle V6049 V5049 Plastic 13mm 3/8 Circle V6024* V5024 V4024* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle V5020* V4020 Plastic 18mm 3/8 Circle 21 24mm 3/8 Circle V3021 Plastic 15mm 1/2 Circle 45 V4016* Plastic FINELINE* CUTTING V6025* V5025 V4025* V3025* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle V3027* Plastic 25mm 3/8 Circle

16 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 7/0 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ A-CUTE* TAPER DV5035* DV4035* DV3035* 18mm 1/2 Circle CV DV4032 DV2032* 25mm 1/2 Circle CV DV2042* 35mm 1/2 Circle CV 300 ROUND BODIED TAPER DV7051* DV6051* DV5051* 10mm 1/2 Circle CV DV6055* 13mm 1/2 Circle CV DV5055* DV5060* DV4060* DV3060* 16mm 1/2 Circle CV V5064* V4064 V3064* 18mm 1/2 Circle CV DV6064* DV5064* DV4064* DV3064* 18mm 1/2 Circle CV V3065* 20mm 1/2 Circle E2 - Non reflective needle

17 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER DV4065* DV3065* 20mm 1/2 Circle CV V3068 V2068 V068* 25mm 1/2 Circle mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle 78 30mm J Needle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle DV5068* DV4068* DV3068* DV2068* 120 DV12068* V2069* V169* 100 V078* V2070* 100 V070 V170* General / Laparoscopy General / 120 DV3070* DV2070* 35mm 1/2 Circle CV 300 ROUND BODIED TAPER HEAVY 97E5 100 V097E5 V197E5 Obstetrics Gynaecology Orthopaedics 40mm 1/2 Circle 98E5 100 V198E5* Obstetrics Gynaecology Orthopaedics 48mm 1/2 Circle E5 Heavy Profile

18 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 7/0 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/ ROUND BODIED TAPER DV7052* DV6052* DV5052* DV4052* 10mm 3/8 Circle CV V6053* V5053* 13mm 3/8 Circle CV mm 3/8 Circle CV DV7053* DV6053* DV6053E2* DV5053* DV5053E DV5054* DV4054* 16mm 3/8 Circle CV DV3067* 25mm 3/8 Circle CV 300 E2 - Non reflective needle

19 VILENE * MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 8/ /0 6/ MICRO NEEDLES ROUND BODIED TAPER GDV8G643* 6.4mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.15mm) GDV8G644* 6.4mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.20mm) GDV8G805* GDV7G805* GDV7G805E2* 8mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.23mm) ROUND BODIED CARDIO CUTTING POINT NEEDLE mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.25mm) GDV8G8022* GDV7G8022* GDV6G8022* GDV8G8022E2* GDV7G8022E2* 60 GDV6G13022* GDV6G13022E2* 13mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.25mm) E2 - Non Reflective needle

20 RADENE* AUSTRALIA MONOFILAMENT P.V.D.F. RADENE* was developed for procedures where an increased contrast is required. Radene* is a yellow suture thread and, maintaining all the characteristics of the Dynek Vilene* suture material, provides Surgeons with the ability to choose a colour that will give them the best contrast in the clinical situation. Radene* is available on the following needles: Reverse Cutting Reverse Premium Cutting Point Round Bodied Taper Round Bodied A-Cute* Taper Both single and double armed sutures are available. Experience has shown that Radene* has excellent knot security. The springiness that affects all monofilaments when removed from the package can be taken out by a gentle pull. It can be used in all procedures where polypropylene monofilaments are utilised. Radene* provides significant benefits in the areas of laparoscopic surgery, cardiovascular surgery and in plastic surgery particularly in the hairline. Knotting: As with all synthetic non-absorbable sutures, knot tying requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstance. CV 300 needle - all Dynek cardiovascular and laparoscopic sutures use a CV 300 needle giving the Surgeon optimum performance from both suture material and needle Unlike polypropylene which after sterilisation is waxy in feel and is prone to fraying, Radene* is smooth, fray free and supple. Radene* is sterilised by gamma irradiation. Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

21 RADENE* MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE (PVDF) 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/ REVERSE CUTTING 6 45 R306 24mm 3/8 Circle REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 45 R602D* Plastic 11mm 3/8 Circle R6024* R5024 Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle R4020* Plastic 18mm 3/8 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER DR4058* 20mm 1/2 Circle CV 300 ROUND BODIED TAPER 60 16mm 1/2 Circle CV R4060 R3060 Paediatric Laparascopic

22 45RADENE* MONOFILAMENT POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE /0 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER DR5064* 18mm 1/2 Circle CV DR4065* 20mm 1/2 Circle CV DR4068* DR3068* 25mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV DR3069* DR2069* 120 DR13069* 35mm 1/2 Circle CV DR3070* 10mm 3/8 Circle CV DR7052* 13mm 3/8 Circle CV DR6053* DR5053* 20mm 3/8 Circle CV DR4057*

23 DYLOC * AUSTRALIA MONOFILAMENT SUTURE DYLOC* is a monofilament of a thermoplastic polyether-ester elastomer. DYLOC* is the ideal suture for the discerning Surgeon. Its advantages are: Softness Pliability Excellent tying properties Good tensile strength Excellent elastic properties DYLOC* is soft and very manageable. It ties very much like silk as the stretch in the suture allows for the material to hold its knot. Knotting: As with all synthetic non-absorbable sutures, knot tying requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstance. IMPORTANT As DYLOC* is a monofilament polyether and has elastic properties, care should be taken when using it as a subcuticular stitch. Do not pull tightly or over stretch as it may recoil when being removed. Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

24 DYLOC * MONOFILAMENT POLYETHER 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 45 D602 D502 D402* Plastic 12mm 3/8 Circle 4 D1602* D1502* 45 D604 D504 D404 D304 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle 7 28mm 3/8 Circle 9 30mm 3/8 Circle 13 D1404* 30 D405Z 45 D605* D505 D405 D305 D1405* D1305* 45 D406 D306 D206 D1306* D1206* 45 D307* D207* D07* D1307* 45 D309 D1209* Biopsy suture 45 D3013* 40mm 3/8 Circle D5015* 16mm 1/2 Circle D5014* D4014* 18mm 1/2 Circle

25 DYLOC* MONOFILAMENT POLYETHER 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING D3030* D2030* 60mm STRAIGHT REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 45 D602D D502D* Plastic 11mm 3/8 Circle D6024* D5024 D4024 Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle D3021* Plastic 24mm 3/8 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING D6025* D5025 D4025* D3025* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle D4026* D3026* Plastic 20mm 3/8 Circle D4027* D3027* Plastic 25mm 3/8 Circle

26 DYLOC * MONOFILAMENT POLYETHER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 71 25mm 1/4 Circle 68 25mm 1/2 Circle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle 53 13mm 3/8 Circle D12071 D3068* D2068* D068* D168* D2070* D070* D5053* D4053* D3054* General / General / General / General / General / 16mm 3/8 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER (HEAVY) 97E5 100 D097E5* D197E5* General / 40mm 1/2 Circle E5 Heavy Profile

27 NYLENE * AUSTRALIA BLUE MONOFILAMENT NYLON NYLENE* is an excellent material, which has the advantage of surface smoothness and completely uniform diameter throughout the length of the suture thread. NYLENE* is pliable, smooth, easy to handle, has excellent knot holding ability and minimal tissue reaction. NYLENE* is extremely strong, it has been extruded through a diamond die into a single monofilament strand. This process produces a high tensile strength material. NYLENE* is available on a wide range of needles: Reverse cutting Reverse premium cutting point Fineline* Round Bodied Taper Lancet Spatula Nylene a popular choice for general and specialised surgical procedures Knotting: As with all synthetic non-absorbable sutures, knot tying requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstance. NYLENE* is available on a wide range of needles to meet the varying surgical requirements including: Plastic General/ Ophthalmic Micro Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

28 NYLENE* MONOFILAMENT NYLON 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/ REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 45 N602D N502D* Plastic 11mm 3/8 Circle N6049 N5049 Plastic 13mm 3/8 Circle N6024 N5024 N4024 Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle N5020* N4020* N3020* Plastic 18mm 3/8 Circle 3 45 N403 Plastic 20mm 3/8 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING 25 N6025* N5025 N4025 N3025* 16mm 3/8 Circle 45 N4025C* N3025C* Clear Clear Plastic 26 N5026* N4026* N3026* 20mm 3/8 Circle 45 N4026C* Clear Plastic N5027* N4027* N3027* Plastic 25mm 3/8 Circle

29 NYLENE* MONOFILAMENT NYLON 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 45 N602 N502 N402 Plastic 12mm 3/8 Circle 4 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle N604 N504 N404 N304 N1504 N1404 N1304* 45 N605 N505 N405 N N305C* Clear N1505 N1405 N1305 N1305C* Clear 45 N406 N306 N206 N1406 N1306 N N3047 N mm 3/8 Circle 7 28mm 3/8 Circle 9 45 N207 N07* N N209* N09* 30mm 3/8 Circle N3013* N2013 N013* 40mm 3/8 Circle 10 N12013* N1113* 45 N2010* N110* 45mm 3/8 Circle N12010* N1110*

30 NYLENE* MONOFILAMENT NYLON 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING N4015* 16mm 1/2 Circle 14 18mm 1/2 Circle N5014* N4014* 45 N017 35mm 1/2 Circle 12 N117* N1012* N1112* 40mm 1/2 Circle 30 60mm STRAIGHT 100 N3030 N2030 CONVENTIONAL CUTTING 11 N2011* N011* N111* N211* 90mm 3/8 Circle

31 NYLENE* MONOFILAMENT NYLON 4/0 3/0 2/ STERILE S - NON NEEDLE 100 NA4040* NA3040* NA2040* NA040* NA140* NA240* Pre cut lengths NA3030* Pre cut lengths BLACK BRAIDED NYLON - NON NEEDLE Available on request ROUND BODIED TAPER 54 N4054* General / 16mm 3/8 Circle 68 N3068* N2068 N068* General / 25mm 1/2 Circle 69 N2069* N069* N169* General / 30mm 1/2 Circle 70 N070* N170* General / 35mm 1/2 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER (HEAVY) 70E5 N070E5* General / 35mm 1/2 Circle 97E5 100 N097E5* N197E5* General / 40mm 1/2 Circle 98E5 48mm 1/2 Circle 100 N098E5* N198E5* N1198E5 N298E5* General / E5 Heavy Profile

32 NYLENE* MONOFILAMENT NYLON 10/0 9/0 8/ OPHTHALMIC LANCET SPATULA NEEDLES GDN10E6010* Ophthalmic 6mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.15mm) GDN10E6210* Ophthalmic 6.2mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.15mm) GDN10E6411* Ophthalmic 6.4mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.20mm) MICRO NEEDLES ROUND BODIED TAPER GN10B3519* Neuro Surgery 3.5mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.05mm) GN10B351* Neuro Surgery 3.5mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.07mm) GN10B502E2* GN9B502* Neuro Surgery 5mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.10mm) GN8B503* Neuro Surgery 5mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.15mm) E2 - Non reflective needle

33 POLYESTERS AUSTRALIA BRAIDED TREATED SUTURES Braided polyesters have been manufactured to produce high tensile strength with a uniform diameter. DYFLEX* (green) This is a braided material which has been treated to allow a softness and smoothness in the handling properties of the suture. POLYFLEX* (black) This black braided material has been treated to also enhance its handling properties. TEFLEX* (white) This is a white braided material which has been treated. It has been produced in the white form to allow the Surgeon to use it as a subcutaneous suture. Knotting: As with all synthetic non-absorbable sutures, knot tying requires the standard surgical technique of flat and square ties with additional throws as indicated by surgical circumstance. Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

34 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 45 P602S* P502S* 12mm 3/8 Circle 5 45 P405S* 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 45 P306S* P206S* 24mm 3/8 Circle 9 P109S* 30mm 3/8 Circle 13 P2013S* P1113S* 40mm 3/8 Circle 34 P1234S* 25mm 1/2 Circle P3030S*P2030S* 60mm STRAIGHT DP033S* Orthopaedic 260mm STRAIGHT

35 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER REVERSE CUTTING 17 P1017S 35mm 1/2 Circle 12 P1112S 40mm 1/2 Circle REVERSE CUTTING ( LOOP SUTURE ) 90LOOP 150 P290SLOOP Plastic 60mm 1/2 Circle E5 Heavy Profile

36 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 60 16mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle CV mm 1/2 Circle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle P4060S* DP4060S*DP3060S*DP2060S* P5064S* P4064S* P3064S* DP6064S*DP5064S*DP4064S*DP3064S*DP2064S* P4065S* P3065S* P2065S* DP4065S*DP3065S*DP2065S* P4068S* P3068S* P068S* 100 P12068S* DP2068S* P069S* P169S* P2070S* P070S P170S* P270S* General/ General/

37 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 53 P6053S* P5053S* P4053S* Orthopaedic 13mm 3/8 Circle CV P5054S* P4054S* 16mm 3/8 Circle CV DP5054S* 16mm 3/8 Circle CV E5 P398SE5* 48mm 1/2 Circle ROUND BODIED MULTI PACK 3 GREEN 3 WHITE WITH PLEDGETS (10 packs per box) CV GDPT2064SMFE ++ 18mm 1/2 Circle CV GDPT2068SMFE 25mm 1/2 Circle ++ E3 - Pledget 3 X 3 X 1.5mm ++ E4 - Pledget 3 X 6 X 1.5mm

38 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ SUGGESTED STERILE S - NON NEEDLE PA530S 100 PA140S* PA240S Pre cut Lengths 150 PA3060S* Pre cut Lengths 180 PA272S* Pre cut Lengths 200 PA3080S* PA080S* Pre cut Lengths 250 PA30100S* Pre cut Lengths 300 PA40120SPA30120S*PA20120S*PA0120S* PA1120S* Pre cut Lengths 3x45 PC218S Pre cut Lengths 6x60 PF224S* Pre cut Lengths A-CUTE* TAPER DP4032S*DP3032S*DP2032S* 25mm 1/2 Circle CV DP032S* DP5035S*DP4035S*DP3035S* 18mm 1/2 Circle CV P583S* 55mm 1/2 Circle

39 DYFLEX* GREEN BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ A-CUTE* TAPER MULTI PACK 3 GREEN 3 WHITE WITH PLEDGETS (10 packs per box) CV mm 1/2 Circle ++ * 90 GDPT2032SMFE CV * 90 GDPT2035SMFE 18mm 1/2 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER SINGLE PACK 1 GREEN WITH PLEDGETS (12 packs per box) 32 CV mm 1/2 Circle 35 CV mm 1/2 Circle A-CUTE TAPER* SINGLE PACK 1 GREEN WITHOUT PLEDGETS (12 packs per box) 32 CV * 90 GP2032SE ++ * GP2035SE P3032S P2032S* 25mm 1/2 Circle 35 CV 300 P5035S* P4035S* P3035S* P2035S* 18mm 1/2 Circle OPHTHALMIC LANCET SPATULA NEEDLES mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.35mm) 45 GDP5F809S Ophthalmic ++ E3 - Pledget 3 X 3 X 1.5mm ++ E4 - Pledget 3 X 6 X 1.5mm some codes available with pledgets

40 TEFLEX* WHITE BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 5 45 T505* T405* Plastic/ 18mm 3/8 Circle 34 T1234* Orthopaedic 25mm 1/2 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING T5025 T4025 T3025* Plastic/ 16mm 3/8 Circle DT4025* Plastic/ 16mm 3/8 Circle

41 POLYFLEX* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 6 P1306* 24mm 3/8 Circle 7 45 P307* 28mm 3/8 Circle 34 P1234* Orthopaedic 25mm 1/2 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING P5025* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle P5026* Plastic 20mm 3/8 Circle P4027* P3027* Plastic 25mm 3/8 Circle

42 POLYFLEX* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED POLYESTER 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER P4054* General/ 16mm 3/8 Circle 69 30mm 1/2 Circle 70 P169* P170* General/ General/ 35mm 3/8 Circle STERILE S - NON NEEDLE 13x60 PM3024 Pre cut Lengths

43 DYSILK* AUSTRALIA BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK DYSILK* is a natural fibre and has been manufactured to a high standard. It has been specially braided to allow ease of handling. The individual filaments of the highest quality silk are specially treated to give good handling properties. The braid is made up of a core of twisted silk around which a cover is plaited. Special processes are then applied to ensure regularity of diameter, surface smoothness and the best extension for good knotting characteristics. DYSILK* is available on a wide range of needles to meet the varying surgical requirements including: Plastic Surgery Dental Oral maxillo facial Ophthalmic General Needles include: Reverse cutting Fineline* cutting Reverse premium cutting point Round Bodied taper A-Cute* taper Conventional cutting Lancet - Spatula Straight cutting The knotting of silk has always been important. We believe that DYSILK* has achieved special knotting techniques through advances in braiding technology. It never becomes hard or difficult to handle but ties down with a high degree of knot security.

44 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 12mm 3/8 Circle 4 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle 47 26mm 3/8 Circle 7 28mm 3/8 Circle 9 30mm 3/8 Circle 31 35mm 3/8 Circle S602 S502 S402 S1502* 45 S604 S504 S404 S304 S204 S1504 S1404 S1304 S1204* 45 S605 S505 S405 S305 S1505 S1405 S1305* 45 S406 S306 S206 S1406* S1306 S1206* 45 S3047* S2047 S13047* S12047* 45 S307* S207* S07* S1307* S1207* S107* 45 S309* S209 S09 S29* S1309* S1209 S S2031* S13031* S2013 S1113 Ophthalmic / Plastic 40mm 3/8 Circle S2010* S010* 45mm 3/8 Circle

45 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING S4015 Dental 16mm 1/2 Circle 14 18mm 1/2 Circle 12 40mm 1/2 Circle S4014 S3014* 45 S012 S1012* S S3030 S2030 S030* 60mm STRAIGHT CONVENTIONAL CUTTING S3018* S2018* Dental 22mm 1/2 Circle 11 S3011* S2011* S011* S111 S211* 90mm 3/8 Circle REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 45 S602D Plastic 11mm 3/8 Circle 2D+2D 45 DS602D Ophthalmic 11mm 3/8 Circle S6024* S5024 S4024* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle S5020* Ophthalmic Sub-Culticular 18mm 3/8 Circle

46 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 3 45 S303* Plastic 20mm 3/8 Circle 8 45 S208* Plastic 26mm 3/8 Circle FINELINE* CUTTING S6025* S5025 S4025* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle DS4025* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle S4026 S3026* Plastic 20mm 3/8 Circle S5027 S4027 Plastic 25mm 3/8 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER 35 18mm 1/2 Circle 32 S5035* S4035* S3035* S2035* 45 S4032Z S3032Z Dental General/ Dental 25mm 1/2 Circle 63 S3032* S2032* General/ S4063* S3063* Dental 18mm 3/8 Circle

47 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 64 18mm 1/2 Circle 65 20mm 1/2 Circle 68 25mm 1/2 Circle 69 30mm 1/2 Circle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle 97E5 S4064* S3064 S2064* S5065* S4065* S3065* S2065* S4068* S3068 S2068* S068* S3069* S2069* S069* S169* S2070* S070* S170* General / General / General / General / General / S197E5* General / 40mm 1/2 Circle 52 10mm 3/8 Circle 53 13mm 3/8 Circle 54 16mm 3/8 Circle 72 30mm 3/8 Circle S5052* S4052* S6053* S5053* S5054* S4054* S3054* S3072* General / General / General / General /

48 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 4/0 3/0 2/ STERILE S - NON NEEDLE 60 SA2024* SA024* SA524* Pre cut Lengths 100 SA4040 SA3040* SA2040 SA040 SA140 Pre cut Lengths 150 SA260* Pre cut Lengths 180 SA072* SA172* Pre cut Lengths 250 SA20100* Pre cut Lengths 5 x 60 SE4024* SE3024* SE2024 SE024* SE124* Pre cut Lengths 13 x 60 SM4024* SM3024* SM2024* SM024* SM124* Pre cut Lengths 2 x SB2030* SB330* Pre cut Lengths 5 x SE130 Pre cut Lengths 12 x SL2030 Pre cut Lengths

49 DYSILK* BLACK BRAIDED TREATED SILK 10/0 9/0 8/0 7/ OPHTHALMIC LANCET SPATULA NEEDLES (Blue Twisted Silk) mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.15mm) 30 GS8E6010B* BLUE SILK Ophthalmic

50 DYCROM * AUSTRALIA MONOFILAMENT STAINLESS STEEL WIRE DYCROM* is available as a precut length or on a wide range of needles to meet the varying surgical requirements. Needles include: Reverse cutting Straight Cutting Fineline* cutting Round Bodied Taper A-Cute* Taper Blunt Point DYCROM* is a non-absorbable monofilament stainless steel suture. DYCROM* can be used in cardiovascular surgery (sternal closure), abdominal wound closure, hernia repair, intestinal anastomosis, and specific orthopedic procedures such as tendon repair. DYCROM* is ductile and pliable. It has excellent handling properties and is exceptional in penetrating hard tissues. DYCROM* stainless steel is the most inert of all Dynek suture materials and provides permanent and maximum tensile strength. Due its adequate support and compatibility with tissue, a minimal acute inflammatory reaction is observed. Reaction: minimal tissue reaction

51 DYCROM* MONOFILAMENT STAINLESS STEEL WIRE CONVENTIONAL CUTTING (HEAVY) MULTI PACK (4 Sutures Per Pack) 50E5 4 X 45 GSS550MDE5 GSS650MDE5 Sternum 48mm 1/2 Circle BLUNT POINT (HEAVY) MULTI PACK (4 Sutures Per Pack) 96E5 4 X 45 Sternum GSS596MDE5 48mm 1/2 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER (HEAVY) MULTI PACK (4 Sutures Per Pack) 95E5 4 X 45 GSS595MDE5* GSS695MDE5* GSS795MDE5* Sternum 48mm 1/2 Circle Also available in single packs

52 SURGICAL GUT CHROMIC & PLAIN SURGICAL GUT Dynek catgut is to our best knowledge BSE FREE and produced from bovine intestinal serosa. As an accredited AQIS laboratory, Dynek can only import raw materials that are free from contamination. Dynek CHROMIC gut is chromicised before it is spun into strands. This allows control over the amount of chromic content for an even absorption rate. The specialised spinning and grinding process creates a strand of uniform diameter. The suture strand is then further polished to achieve maximum smoothness, for reliability and strength. DYNEK SUPER GUT NATURALLY TENSILE STRENGTH (KGF) /0 3/0 2/ DYNEK CATGUT () OTHER STANDARD NOTE: Tensile strength is determined as per the standard knot pull test stated in the United States Pharmacopoeia, Vol 23 - NF18, for absorbable sutures utilising a surgeon s knot. As this graph displays, when compared with other brands, Dynek Catgut is superior. There are many sensible reasons for choosing DYNEK CATGUT, but the most important can easily be overlooked: the sheer pleasure of working with a Natural Fibre. The selection of Plain and Chromic Surgical Gut is determined by the rate of healing required in the tissue in which the suture is to be used

53 CHROMIC SURGICAL GUT 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 50 CG502 12mm 3/8 Circle 40 13mm 3/8 Circle 4 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle 47 26mm 3/8 Circle 9 30mm 3/8 Circle 15 16mm 1/2 Circle 34 35mm 1/2 Circle 50 CG CG404 CG CG405 CG305 CG1405 CG CG306 CG206 CG CG2047* 50 CG209* CG1209* 50 CG4015 CG12034 Dental Oral Surgery Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dental/ / Oral Surgery

54 CHROMIC SURGICAL GUT 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 17 35mm 1/2 Circle 100 CG3017* CG2017* CG1117* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 12 CG1012* CG1112* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 40mm 1/2 Circle CG045* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 48mm 1/2 Circle E5 Heavy Profile

55 CHROMIC SURGICAL GUT 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 50 CG602D CG502D Plastic/ENT 11mm 3/8 Circle CG6024 CG5024 Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle CG4020* Plastic 18mm 3/8 Circle STERILE S - NON NEEDLE 150 CGA3060 CGA2060 CGA060* CGA160* CGA260* Pre cut Lengths

56 CHROMIC SURGICAL GUT 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER CG4064* CG3064* Urological 18mm 1/2 Circle 65 CG4065* CG3065* CG2065* General/ 20mm 1/2 Circle 68 CG5068* CG4068* CG3068 CG2068 CG068 General/ 25mm 1/2 Circle DCG3068* General/ 25mm 1/2 Circle 69 CG3069* CG2069* CG069 CG169 General/ 30mm 1/2 Circle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle CG3070* CG2070* CG070 CG CG12070* CG1070* CG1170* General/ DCG2070E1* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 35mm 1/2 Circle + 35mm 1/2 Circle CUTTING 54 CG4054* General/ 16mm 3/8 Circle 67 CG3067* CG2067* General/ 25mm 3/8 Circle

57 CHROMIC SURGICAL GUT 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 85 CG2085* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 65mm 1/2 Circle 86 CG2086* CG086* Obstetrics & Gynaecology mm 1/2 Circle ROUND BODIED TAPER (HEAVY) 70E5 CG170E5* Obstetrics & Gynaecology 35mm 1/2 Circle 97E5 CG2097E5* CG097E5* CG197E5* CG297E5* General/ 40mm 1/2 Circle 100 CG1097E5* CG1197E5* CG1297E5* 98E5 48mm 1/2 Circle 90 CG098E5* CG198E5* CG298E5* CG1298E5* General/ 100 CG1198E5* A-CUTE* TAPER 42 35mm 1/2 Circle CG2042* Obstetrics & Gynaecology General/ E5 Heavy Profile

58 PLAIN SURGICAL GUT 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING 2 50 PG502 12mm 3/8 Circle 4 16mm 3/8 Circle 5 18mm 3/8 Circle 6 24mm 3/8 Circle 12 40mm 1/2 Circle PG504 PG404 PG304 PG PG405 PG305 PG1405* PG PG306 PG206 PG1206 PG1112* General/ 60mm STRAIGHT 100 PG3030* PG2030* REVERSE PREMIUM CUTTING POINT 2D 11mm 3/8 Circle PG602D PG502D Plastic/ENT 50 PG4024* Plastic 16mm 3/8 Circle A-CUTE* TAPER PG3032Z General/Dental 25mm 1/2 Circle

59 PLAIN SURGICAL GUT 4/0 3/0 2/ STERILE S - NON NEEDLE ROUND BODIED TAPER 150 PGA4060* PGA3060 PGA2060 PGA060* PGA160* PGA260* 54 Pre cut Lengths PG4054* 16mm 3/8 Circle 65 PG4065 PG3065 PG2065* General / 20mm 1/2 Circle 68 PG3068 PG2068 PG068* General / 25mm 1/2 Circle 69 PG3069* PG2069* PG069* PG169* General / 30mm 1/2 Circle 70 35mm 1/2 Circle 97E5 40mm 1/2 Circle 98E5 48mm 1/2 Circle 86 PG2070 PG070* PG170* 100 PG1070* PG2097E5 PG097E5* PG2097 PG097* PG2098E5* PG198E5* 100 PG1198E5* PG1298E5* General / General / General / PG2086* PG086* General / mm 1/2 Circle

60 BIOVEK* AUSTRALIA BIOVEK* Dynek s braided synthetic absorbable suture that delivers the ease-of-use surgeons expect from a braided suture. Biovek* a coated polyglycolide suture is available in a dyed and undyed thread and maintains 70% of its tensile strength in situ for 14 days.the Proprietary coating formulation used on Biovek* sutures minimises tissue reaction. Tensile Strength Retention 70% at 14 days 50% at 21 days Less than 10% at 28 days Generic Formulation Polyglycolide with a coating of Polycaprolactone + Calcium Stearate Method of Absorption Hydrolysis Sterilisation Method Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Colours Dyed(violet) and undyed(beige) FDA-approved colour additives D&C Violet NO 2 are used Sizes 5-7/0 on a comprehensive range of needle sizes and types and as pre-cut lengths, 7/0-10/0 on microsurgery needles Requirements Meets all United States pharmacopoeia () and European Pharmacopoeia (EP) requirements for synthetic absorbable surgical sutures, except diameter which meets EP requirements only.

61 BIOVEK* MULTIFILAMENT COATED SYNTHETIC ABSORBABLE 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER 64 AB6064 AB5064 Urological 18mm 1/2 Circle 65 AB5065 AB4065 AB3065 Urological 20mm 1/2 Circle 68 AB4068 AB3068 AB2068 AB068 Gastro/ / Paediatric 25mm 1/2 Circle 69 AB3069 AB2069 AB069 Gastro/ / Paediatric 90 AB mm 1/2 Circle 70 AB3070 AB2070 AB070 AB170 Gastro/ / Paediatric 35mm 1/2 Circle 90 AB12070 AB AB2097 AB097 AB197 AB297 Gastro/ / Paediatric 40mm 1/2 Circle 90 AB12097 AB1097 AB mm 1/2 Circle 66 AB098 AB198 AB AB1198 Gastro/ / Paediatric AB3066 Urological 18mm 3/8 Circle Available in E5 Heavy Profile

62 BIOVEK* MULTIFILAMENT COATED SYNTHETIC ABSORBABLE 4/0 3/0 2/ ROUND BODIED TAPER (HEAVY) 70E5 35mm 1/2 Circle 90 AB3070E5 AB2070E5 AB070E5 AB170E5 AB12070E5 AB1070E5 Gastro/ / Paediatric 97E5 AB2097E5 AB097E5 AB197E5 AB297E5 Gastro/ / Paediatric 40mm 1/2 Circle 98E5 AB098E5 AB198E5 AB298E5 Gastro/ / Paediatric 48mm 1/2 Circle STERILE S - NON NEEDLE 100 ABA4040 ABA3040 ABA2040 ABA040 ABA140 Pre cut Lengths 150 ABA4060 ABA3060 ABA2060 ABA060 ABA160 ABA260 Pre cut Lengths 180 ABA3072 ABA2072 ABA072 ABA172 Pre cut Lengths 5X60 ABE4024 ABE3024 ABE2024 ABE024 ABE124 Pre cut Lengths 13X60 ABM4024 ABM3024 ABM2024 ABM024 ABM124 Pre cut Lengths E5 Heavy Profile

63 BIOVEK* MULTIFILAMENT COATED SYNTHETIC ABSORBABLE 6/0 5/0 4/0 3/0 2/ REVERSE CUTTING ADB601 Strabismus 10mm 3/8 Circle 6 45 AB406 AB306 AB1406C clear AB1306C clear AB1206C clear Skin/ Subcuticular 24mm 3/8 Circle 90 AB406CS clear AB306CS clear AB406CS clear 47 26mm 3/8 Circle 45 AB3047 AB13047C Clear Plastic/ Subcuticular 31 35mm 3/8 Circle 45 AB2031 AB12031 AB1131C Clear Skin/ Subcuticular 17E5 45 AB2017E5 AB017E5 Skin/ Subcuticular 35mm 1/2 Circle 12 AB12012 AB1012 Skin/ Subcuticular 40mm 1/2 Circle 90 AB2012S AB012S

64 BIOVEK* MULTIFILAMENT COATED SYNTHETIC ABSORBABLE 8/0 7/0 6/0 5/ OPHTHALMIC LANCET SPATULA NEEDLES GDB8F6411* GDB7F6411* Ophthalmic 6.4mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.20mm) GDB6E8023* Ophthalmic 8.0mm 1/2 Circle (Wire Size 0.30) GDB6F8520* Ophthalmic 8.5mm 1/4 Circle (Wire Size 0.30mm) MICRO NEEDLES ROUND BODIED TAPER 805 GB6H805* 8mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.23mm) 806 GB5H806* 8mm 3/8 Circle (Wire Size 0.30mm)