European suture monographs published
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
The European Commission has published a list of European Pharmacopoeia monographs relating to medical devices. They are for sterile catgut, sterile non-absorbable sutures, sterile synthetic absorbable monofilament and sterile synthetic absorbable braided sutures. By following these monographs manufacturers can demonstrate they have met the essential requirements of the Medical Devices Directive. For details about the availability of the monographs contact the European Department for the Quality of Medicines at the European Pharmacopoeia in France. Tel: +33 3 88 41 20 00. Fax: +33 3 88 41 27 71.