J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture intended for general soft tissue approximation and ligation. It may fit surgical settings that need reliable knot tying and first-throw knot security, including ophthalmic procedures. This version uses a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle in size 4-0 and comes 12 per box.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Indicated for general soft tissue use, including ophthalmic procedures
• PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle supports needle-specific procedural preference
• Ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw can support handling efficiency
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• Approximating general soft tissue during surgical closure
• Performing ligatures where an absorbable braided suture is appropriate
• Supporting ophthalmic procedures
• Use in reproductive tract procedures
• General tissue or muscle approximation

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Not for use in cardiovascular tissues
• Not for use in neurological tissues
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second choice
• Tensile strength decreases over time, with 50% remaining after 3 weeks

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This absorbable suture is intended 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.
• How long does the suture retain strength? The suture loses 50% of its 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 suture comes with a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle in size 4-0.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.