title: Further evaluation of DEXON suture for cataract surgery: a study using 9-0 monofilament suture.
abstract: Gauge 9-0 DEXON polyglycolic acid suture, monofilament, was used in 20 cataract extractions. The suture handled well and gave excellent results in all cases. The fine gauge, monofilament suture is suited for use in cataract surgery.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002387:Cataract Extraction; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011100:Polyglycolic Acid; D013537:Sutures
chemical_list: D011100:Polyglycolic Acid