J & J Healthcare Systems suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 8-0 8 Inch Suture Double-Armed Size 8 - 0 1/2 Circle Spatula Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

suture with needle Coated Vicryl Absorbable Coated Violet Suture Braided Polyglactin 910 Size 8-0 8 Inch Suture Double-Armed Size 8 - 0 1/2 Circle Spatula Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

This Coated Vicryl absorbable suture with needle is a violet braided polyglactin 910 suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation. Buyers may choose it for general soft tissue work, ophthalmic procedures, and other settings where an absorbable, double-armed suture with a spatula needle fits the technique. This SKU pairs an 8-0 size suture with an 8 inch length, a 1/2 circle spatula needle, and sterile packaging.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation
• Ligation tasks
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Reproductive tract or muscle approximation where absorbable braided suture is appropriate

Key Features

• Absorbable coated violet suture supports soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Braided polyglactin 910 construction with coating for handling and knot tying
• Double-armed format with 1/2 circle spatula needles for procedures that call for two needles
• 8-0 suture size and 8 inch length support fine, controlled closure work
• Sterile suture with needle for clinical and procedural use
• Product details note 50% tensile strength loss after 3 weeks and complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days

Applications and Usage

• Approximating general soft tissue
• Performing ligatures
• Supporting ophthalmic suturing procedures
• General tissue or muscle approximation
• Use in reproductive tract procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 8 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues
• Product details identify orthopedic use as a second-choice application
• Absorption profile may matter for procedure planning, with complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable? Yes. This is an absorbable coated suture made from braided polyglactin 910.
• What procedures is this suture intended for? Product details indicate use 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 style comes with this suture? This SKU uses a double-armed 1/2 circle spatula needle configuration.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? Product details state a loss of 50% tensile strength after 3 weeks and complete mass absorption in 56 to 76 days.

From Coated Vicryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.