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

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

This absorbable suture with needle is a coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 braided suture in size 3-0 with a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers handling general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, when they want absorbable braided suture performance with reliable knot tying and first-throw knot security. This version uses a 19 mm stainless steel needle and an 18 inch undyed suture.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Coated Vicryl polyglactin 910 braided absorbable suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled needle placement
• Size 3-0 suture pairs with an 18 inch length for common soft tissue workflows
• Ease of knot tying and first-throw knot security can help streamline suturing
• Loses 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks and completes mass absorption in 56 to 76 days
• Box of 36 supports procedural volume and replenishment planning

Applications and Usage

• Closing or approximating general soft tissue during procedures
• Ligation where an absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Ophthalmic procedures within indicated use
• General tissue or muscle approximation
• Orthopedic procedures as a second choice

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• This suture is undyed, which may matter for visibility preference during procedures
• Absorption profile and tensile strength retention should be matched to the intended healing timeline

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 type comes with this suture? This version comes with one PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? The suture loses 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, and complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• How many sutures are in the box? Each box includes 36 sutures.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.