J & J Healthcare Systems suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 5-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 5 - 0 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 5-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 5 - 0 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a sterile braided polyglactin 910 violet suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation. Buyers may choose it for procedures that call for an absorbable coated suture with a reverse cutting needle, including ophthalmic use where appropriate. This version uses a size 5-0, 18 inch suture with one 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable coated braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Sterile format supports procedural use
• Reverse cutting 3/8 circle needle can suit tissue handling needs where that needle style is preferred
• Size 5-0 with 18 inch suture length helps buyers match procedure requirements
• Designed for ease of knot tying and knot security on the first throw
• Retains useable strength profile with 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks and mass absorption in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• General tissue approximation
• Muscle approximation
• Ligatures
• Reproductive tract procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 18 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Orthopedic use is noted as a second choice
• Absorption timing and tensile strength loss should be considered when matching suture selection to healing needs

FAQ

• What procedures is this absorbable suture intended for? This suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures. Frequent uses include general tissue and muscle approximation, ligatures, and reproductive tract 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 product includes one 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.
• How long is the suture and what size is it? The suture length is 18 inch and the suture size is 5-0.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? The suture loses 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, and complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 76 days.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.