J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Braided, 12 EA/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Braided, 12 EA/BX

This absorbable suture with needle uses coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 in a braided 3-0 format with a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It fits general soft tissue approximation and ligation workflows, including ophthalmic procedures, for buyers who need reliable handling and knot security. The suture is 18 inch long and paired with a 19 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled needle placement
• Coated Vicryl construction helps with ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• Suitable for ophthalmic procedures as well as general tissue and muscle approximation
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days
• Undyed 3-0 suture in an 18 inch length with one 19 mm stainless steel needle

Applications and Usage

• Approximating general soft tissue during procedural closure
• Placing ligatures where an absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Supporting ophthalmic procedures within indicated use
• General tissue and muscle approximation
• Reproductive tract procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 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 tensile strength retention should align with the procedure's support needs

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 comes with this suture? The suture is attached to one PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape, with a 19 mm needle length.
• How long does the suture maintain 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 SKU uses a size 3-0 braided suture with an 18 inch suture length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.