J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Monocryl™ Poliglecaprone P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle Monocryl™ Poliglecaprone P-3 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Monocryl absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament poliglecaprone suture paired with a P-3 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. This option fits surgical settings where buyers want an absorbable suture noted for less tissue reaction than chromic gut, less tissue drag, and no fraying. The suture is size 5-0 with an 18 inch violet strand and a 13 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Bladder procedures
• Gastro-intestinal procedures
• Subcuticular closure
• Reproductive tract procedures

Key Features

• Absorbable monofilament poliglecaprone suture for procedures where absorption is preferred
• P-3 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled passage through tissue
• 13 mm 3/8 circle stainless steel needle offers a compact curved needle format
• Uncoated violet suture helps with visibility during placement
• Product details note less tissue reaction than chromic gut, with less tissue drag and no fraying
• Box quantity of 12 helps support procedure-room purchasing and case stocking

Applications and Usage

• Subcuticular closure where an absorbable monofilament suture is preferred
• Bladder closure based on the stated frequent uses
• Gastro-intestinal closure based on the stated frequent uses
• Reproductive tract procedures based on the stated frequent uses
• Fascia closure or linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 13 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Product details state loss of 60-70% tensile strength after 1 week.
• Product details state complete mass absorption in 91-119 days.
• This SKU uses a precision reverse cutting needle, which may matter when matching needle style to the procedure.
• The suture strand is size 5-0 with an 18 inch length, so buyers should confirm it matches the intended closure technique.

FAQ

• What type of suture material is this? This is a monofilament poliglecaprone absorbable suture.
• What needle configuration comes with this suture? This suture comes with one P-3 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape, measuring 13 mm.
• What procedures is this suture commonly used for? The product details name frequent uses in bladder, gastro-intestinal, subcuticular closure, reproductive tract, and fascia closure or linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? The product details state the suture loses 60-70% of tensile strength after 1 week and reaches complete mass absorption in 91-119 days.
• What size and length is the suture? This SKU is size 5-0 with an 18 inch violet suture strand.

From Monocryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.