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. Buyers may choose it when they need an absorbable option intended for workflows such as bladder, gastro-intestinal, subcuticular closure, reproductive tract, or fascia closure/linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals. This SKU uses a size 5 - 0 undyed suture with an 18 inch length and a 13 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Bladder procedures
• Gastro-intestinal procedures
• Subcuticular closure
• Reproductive tract and fascia closure/linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals

Key Features

• Absorbable monofilament poliglecaprone suture for cases where absorption is preferred
• P-3 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled needle performance
• 13 mm 3/8 circle stainless steel needle for compact needle geometry
• Undyed size 5 - 0 suture with 18 inch length for the specified procedure setup
• Uncoated construction with less tissue reaction than chromic gut, plus less tissue drag and no fraying

Applications and Usage

• Absorbable closure where a monofilament suture is preferred
• Subcuticular closure requiring a size 5 - 0 suture
• Bladder and gastro-intestinal suturing
• Reproductive tract closure
• Fascia closure or linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 13 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Tensile strength loss is noted at 60-70% after 1 week.
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 91-119 days.
• The needle is a reverse cutting design, which may matter for needle preference and tissue type.

FAQ

• What type of needle comes with this suture? This suture comes with one P-3 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 5 - 0 and measures 18 inch long.
• What material is the suture made from? The suture is made from poliglecaprone and uses a monofilament construction.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption is noted in 91-119 days.
• What procedures is this suture used for? Frequent uses include bladder, gastro-intestinal, subcuticular closure, reproductive tract, and fascia closure or linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals.

From Monocryl by J & J Healthcare Systems.