J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 S-29 1/4 Circle Conventional Cutting Spatula Needle Size 6 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl Polyglactin 910 S-29 1/4 Circle Conventional Cutting Spatula Needle Size 6 - 0 Braided

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation. It is a fit for clinical teams handling general soft tissue work, including ophthalmic procedures, when they want absorbable support with easy knot tying and first-throw knot security. This SKU uses a size 6-0 suture with an S-29 1/4 circle conventional cutting spatula needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Indicated for general soft tissue use, including ophthalmic procedures
• Easy knot tying helps support efficient suturing workflow
• First-throw knot security supports dependable handling
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• Approximating general soft tissue during procedures
• Placing ligatures where an absorbable suture is preferred
• Supporting ophthalmic suturing workflows
• Use in reproductive tract procedures
• Orthopedic procedures as a second choice

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: DZ.
• Not for use in cardiovascular tissues
• Not for use in neurological tissues
• Tensile strength declines over time, with 50% remaining after 3 weeks
• Absorption timeline of 56 to 76 days may affect procedure selection

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This absorbable suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures.
• Can this suture be used in cardiovascular or neurological tissue? No. 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 handling benefit does this suture offer? The Coated Vicryl suture is noted for ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.