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This is the bench top data on Figure 8 Surgical's Sternal closure system. When compared to standard surgical wire the Figure 8 system shows superior strength while reducing cut-through. Its ease of use and cost effectiveness should make it the new gold standard in Sternal Closure.

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Page 1: Figure 8 Sternal Closure Device Bench Top

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