J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided, 12 EA/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided, 12 EA/BX

This absorbable suture with needle is a coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 braided suture in size 4-0 with a P-3 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It works well for buyers handling general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, when they need reliable knot tying and control. This SKU pairs an 18 inch undyed suture with a 13 mm stainless steel needle and comes 12 per box.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided Polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• P-3 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled tissue penetration
• Coated suture offers ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• 18 inch undyed suture in size 4-0 for procedures needing a finer absorbable strand
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, balancing support with absorption
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

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

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 13 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Tensile strength decreases over time, with 50% remaining after 3 weeks
• Absorption profile may matter when selecting a suture for healing timelines
• 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. It is also commonly used for general tissue or muscle approximation, ligatures, and reproductive tract 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 strength over time and retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• What needle configuration comes with this suture? This SKU uses a P-3 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle with a 13 mm needle length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.