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

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

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture paired with a CT-2 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits general soft tissue approximation and ligation workflows, including ophthalmic procedures, for buyers who need absorbable sutures with reliable knot handling. This version uses a 26 mm stainless steel needle, size 2-0 undyed suture, and a 27 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• CT-2 1/2 circle taper point needle supports controlled placement in soft tissue
• Coated suture offers ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• Size 2-0 undyed suture with 27 inch length for procedure-specific selection
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, then absorbs completely in 56 to 76 days
• Appropriate for ophthalmic procedures; not for cardiovascular or neurological tissues

Applications and Usage

• Closing or approximating general soft tissue
• Ligation during surgical procedures
• Ophthalmic soft tissue work
• General tissue and muscle approximation
• Reproductive tract procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 26 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular tissues
• Not for use in neurological tissues
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second choice
• Absorption profile and strength retention should match the timing needs of the procedure

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.
• What needle configuration comes with this suture? This version uses one CT-2 taper point needle in a 1/2 circle shape with a 26 mm length.
• 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 suture size and length does this product use? This product uses a size 2-0 undyed braided suture with a 27 inch length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.