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

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

Coated Vicryl Plus absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 suture paired with a CT-2 1/2 circle taper point needle. Buyers may choose it for tissue and muscle approximation, ligatures, and reproductive tract, ophthalmic, or orthopedic procedures where an absorbable suture is appropriate. This SKU uses a size 2-0 undyed suture with a 27 inch length and a 26 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• General tissue and muscle approximation
• Ligatures
• Reproductive tract procedures
• Ophthalmic and orthopedic procedures

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture for procedures that call for gradual absorption
• CT-2 1/2 circle taper point needle supports smooth passage through tissue
• Size 2-0 undyed suture helps buyers match this SKU to procedure preference
• 27 inch suture length paired with a 26 mm stainless steel needle
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days
• Box of 36 supports procedure-room stocking and repeat use

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable braided suture for general tissue or muscle closure
• Stocking a CT-2 taper point option for ligature workflows
• Choosing a size 2-0 undyed suture for reproductive tract procedures
• Adding an absorbable suture option for ophthalmic procedure setups
• Keeping boxed sutures on hand for orthopedic cases where this is a second-choice option

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 26 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This suture is identified as a taper point needle configuration, which may matter when matching needle style to tissue type.
• Absorption timing and tensile strength retention should be reviewed against the needs of the specific procedure.
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second-choice application.

FAQ

• What type of needle comes with this suture? This suture comes with a CT-2 1/2 circle taper point needle made of stainless steel, with a 26 mm needle length.
• What is the suture material and construction? The suture is made of polyglactin 910 and has a braided, coated construction.
• How long does the suture retain strength and how long does absorption take? The suture loses 50% of its tensile strength after 3 weeks, and complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.
• What procedures is this suture commonly used for? Common uses include general tissue and muscle approximation, ligatures, reproductive tract procedures, ophthalmic procedures, and orthopedic procedures as a second-choice option.
• What size and length is this suture? This SKU is a size 2-0 suture with a 27 inch length.

From Coated Vicryl Plus by J & J Healthcare Systems.