J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-1 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 7 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-1 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 7 - 0 Braided

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture paired with a P-1 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It is intended for general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, for buyers who need an absorbable option with reliable knot tying and first-throw knot security. This SKU uses a size 7-0 undyed suture with an 11 mm stainless steel needle and an 18 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• P-1 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled placement in delicate work
• 3/8 circle, 11 mm stainless steel needle offers a compact needle format
• Size 7-0 undyed suture with 18 inch length for fine suturing needs
• Designed for ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• 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
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Orthopedic procedures as a second choice

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 11 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Absorbable performance changes over time, with 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This Coated Vicryl absorbable suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including ophthalmic procedures.
• Where should this suture not be used? This suture is not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.
• What needle configuration comes with this suture? This SKU includes one P-1 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape with an 11 mm needle length.
• How long does the suture retain strength and when is it absorbed? 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 is a size 7-0 braided undyed suture with an 18 inch suture length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.