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

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

This absorbable suture with needle is a coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 braided suture with a CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits soft tissue approximation and ligation workflows, including ophthalmic procedures, for buyers who need reliable handling and knot security. This SKU uses a size 2-0 undyed suture with an 18 inch length and a 36 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation
• Ligation workflows
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Reproductive tract and muscle approximation

Key Features

• Absorbable coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle supports controlled needle passage in soft tissue
• Braided construction helps with ease of knot tying and first-throw knot security
• Size 2-0 undyed suture in an 18 inch length for procedure-specific selection
• 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days
• Single-needle format with a 36 mm stainless steel needle

Applications and Usage

• Approximating general soft tissue during surgical procedures
• Performing ligatures where an absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Supporting ophthalmic procedure workflows
• General tissue or muscle approximation
• Use in reproductive tract procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 36 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Tensile strength decreases over time, with 50% loss after 3 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second-choice application

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This coated Vicryl suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures.
• Where should this suture not be used? This suture is not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.
• How does this suture handle during knot tying? The braided coated construction is noted for ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? The suture loses 50% of its tensile strength after 3 weeks, and complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• What size and needle configuration does this SKU use? This SKU uses a size 2-0 undyed suture that is 18 inch long with one CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle measuring 36 mm.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.