J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 PS-3 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5-0 Braided, 12/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 PS-3 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5-0 Braided, 12/BX

This absorbable suture with needle uses Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 in a braided format with a PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle and size 5-0. It fits soft tissue approximation and ligation workflows, including ophthalmic procedures, for professional clinical settings that need reliable handling and knot security. Buyers comparing absorbable sutures may also note the stated loss of 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks and complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided suture with needle for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 supports handling in routine closure workflows
• PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle suits procedures where that needle configuration is preferred
• Size 5-0 helps buyers match the suture to procedure requirements
• Designed for 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

• Closing general soft tissue where an absorbable braided suture is appropriate
• Performing ligation in clinical or surgical settings
• Supporting ophthalmic procedures within indicated use
• General tissue or muscle approximation
• Use in reproductive tract procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second choice
• Tensile strength decreases over time, with 50% loss after 3 weeks
• Absorption profile may affect procedure selection and follow-up planning

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.
• How long does this 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 handling characteristics are noted for this suture? The product notes ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.