J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 SH 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 3 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated Vicryl™ Polyglactin 910 SH 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 3 - 0 Braided

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation. It fits surgical settings that need dependable knot tying and first-throw knot security, including ophthalmic procedures. This SKU pairs an SH 1/2 circle taper point needle with an 18 inch undyed size 3 - 0 suture and a 26 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• SH 1/2 circle taper point needle supports controlled needle passage in soft tissue
• Ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw helps support efficient suturing
• 18 inch undyed size 3 - 0 suture offers a specific format for procedure preference
• 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks and complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• Closing or approximating general soft tissue
• Performing ligatures during surgical procedures
• Supporting ophthalmic suturing where this suture type is appropriate
• General tissue or muscle approximation

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 26 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second choice
• Absorption profile may matter when selecting a suture for healing timelines

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 configuration comes with this suture? This SKU includes one SH 1/2 circle taper point needle made of stainless steel, with a 26 mm needle length.
• How long does the suture retain 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 version uses a size 3 - 0 braided undyed suture with an 18 inch length.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.