J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 CT-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2-0 Braided, 36/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 CT-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2-0 Braided, 36/BX

This absorbable suture with needle is a Coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 braided suture in size 2-0 with a CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits buyers looking for a suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, where reliable knot tying and first-throw knot security matter. This version comes in a box of 36 and is not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation
• Ligation procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Facilities stocking boxed absorbable sutures for procedural use

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture with needle for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle supports suturing in indicated soft tissue procedures
• Ease of knot tying helps support efficient handling during closure
• Knot security on the first throw can help streamline suturing workflow
• Loses 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• General tissue and muscle approximation
• Ligatures
• Reproductive tract procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Orthopedic procedures as a second choice

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Not for use in cardiovascular tissues
• Not for use in neurological tissues
• Tensile strength reduces over time, with 50% loss after 3 weeks
• Mass absorption occurs over 56 to 76 days, which may affect product selection by healing timeline

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This absorbable suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures.
• Where should this suture not be used? This suture should not be used in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.
• How long does the suture retain strength? The suture loses 50% of its tensile strength after 3 weeks.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• What handling benefits are noted for this suture? The product notes ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw, which can be important for procedural handling.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.