J & J Healthcare Systems suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 7-0 18 Inch Suture Double-Armed Size 7 - 0 3/8 Circle Spatula Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 7-0 18 Inch Suture Double-Armed Size 7 - 0 3/8 Circle Spatula Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyglactin 910 violet suture paired with double-armed 3/8 circle spatula needles. It is used for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures, when buyers need an absorbable option with knot tying ease and first-throw knot security. This 7-0 suture has an 18 inch length and is sterile.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable coated braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Double-armed spatula needles support ophthalmic and other precise soft tissue work
• 3/8 circle needle shape helps match procedures that call for controlled curved needle handling
• Ease of knot tying and first-throw knot security can support efficient suturing workflow
• Retains 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks, with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days
• Sterile violet 7-0 suture in an 18 inch length for fine closure needs

Applications and Usage

• Closing or approximating general soft tissue
• Ligation during applicable soft tissue procedures
• Ophthalmic suturing that calls for a spatula needle
• Tissue or muscle approximation where an absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Orthopedic procedures as a second-choice suture option

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 18 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• This is a size 7-0 suture, which suits fine closure needs rather than heavier tissue work
• Absorption profile and tensile strength retention should be matched to the expected healing timeline

FAQ

• Can this suture be used in ophthalmic procedures? Yes. This Coated Vicryl suture is indicated for use in ophthalmic procedures.
• Is this suture absorbable? Yes. This is an absorbable coated suture with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days.
• How long does this suture retain strength? This suture loses 50% of its tensile strength after 3 weeks.
• What needle style comes with this suture? This suture comes with double-armed 3/8 circle spatula needles.
• Are there any tissue types where this suture should not be used? Yes. This suture is not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.