Abstract:Aim: Elastane fiber is a synthetic monofilament polymer which is durable and highly flexible. In this preliminary study we compared Elastane fiber with polypropylene and polyglycaprone 25, surching the inflammatory reaction in the rat soft tissue, considering that it could be used for sternal closure because of its properties. Material and Methods: Elastane fiber, polypropylene and polyglycaprone25 sutures were placed in 3 separate areas at 2 cm intervals in the subcutaneous tissue of each 8 male wistar albino… Show more
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