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

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

Monocryl absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament poliglecaprone suture paired with a PC-3 3/8 circle precision conventional cutting needle. Buyers may choose it for procedures where an absorbable suture and cutting needle profile are appropriate, including bladder, gastro-intestinal, subcuticular closure, reproductive tract, and fascia closure or linea alba in young, healthy, fast healing animals. This SKU uses size 5-0 suture with an 18 inch length and a 16 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable monofilament poliglecaprone suture for procedures where absorption over time is needed
• PC-3 3/8 circle precision conventional cutting needle supports controlled tissue penetration
• Size 5-0 suture with 18 inch length for fine closure work
• Undyed, uncoated suture for buyers who prefer this configuration
• Product details note less tissue reaction than chromic gut, less tissue drag, and no fraying
• Box of 12 helps support procedural inventory planning

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable suture for subcuticular closure
• Stocking a monofilament suture with a precision conventional cutting needle
• Using a size 5-0 suture for fine tissue closure needs
• Planning veterinary closure needs for young, healthy, fast healing animals

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 16 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Product details state tensile strength loss of 60-70% after 1 week.
• Product details state complete mass absorption in 91-119 days.
• Needle style is a conventional cutting design, which should match the tissue type and procedural preference.
• This SKU is undyed and uncoated, which may matter for surgeon preference and visibility.

FAQ

• What type of suture material is this? This is a monofilament absorbable suture made of poliglecaprone.
• What needle is attached to this suture? This suture comes with one PC-3 3/8 circle precision conventional cutting needle made of stainless steel.
• What size and length is the suture? The suture is size 5-0 and 18 inch long.
• How long does the material retain strength and absorb? Product details state the suture loses 60-70% of tensile strength after 1 week and reaches complete mass absorption in 91-119 days.
• What procedures is this suture used for? Product details mention 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.