J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 6 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 6 - 0 Braided

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture paired with a P-3 precision reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers handling general soft tissue approximation or ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, when an absorbable option is preferred. This SKU uses a size 6-0 undyed suture with an 18 inch length and a 13 mm 3/8 circle needle.

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-3 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled placement in delicate work
• Size 6-0 suture with 18 inch length for fine suturing needs
• 13 mm 3/8 circle stainless steel needle balances access and maneuverability
• Coated construction helps with ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days, with 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks

Applications and Usage

• General tissue approximation
• Muscle approximation
• Ligatures
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Orthopedic procedures as a second choice

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% loss after 3 weeks
• Absorption profile may matter when procedure timing calls for temporary wound support

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This Coated Vicryl 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 configuration comes with this suture? This SKU uses one P-3 precision reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle shape and a 13 mm length.
• 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 are the suture size and length? This Coated Vicryl suture is size 6-0 and 18 inch long.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.