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 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 pairs a size 2-0 undyed suture with a 36 mm stainless steel needle and a 36 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle supports controlled tissue passage
• Coated construction helps with ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• Size 2-0 undyed suture for procedures that call for this suture diameter
• 36 mm stainless steel needle paired with a 36 inch suture length
• Absorption profile includes 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks and complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• General tissue approximation
• Muscle approximation
• Ligatures
• Reproductive tract procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 36 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• This suture loses 50% tensile strength 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 absorbable 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.
• What needle style comes with this suture? This suture comes with one CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle made of stainless steel, measuring 36 mm.
• How long does the suture retain strength and how long does absorption take? The suture loses 50% of its tensile strength after 3 weeks, and complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• What are the suture size and length? This version is size 2-0 and has a 36 inch suture length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.