J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle Monocryl™ Poliglecaprone PS-1 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle Monocryl™ Poliglecaprone PS-1 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

Monocryl absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament poliglecaprone suture paired with a PS-1 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. This option fits surgical settings where buyers need an absorbable suture noted for less tissue reaction than chromic gut, less tissue drag, and no fraying. The suture is size 3 - 0 with a 27 inch undyed strand and a 24 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 over time is needed
• PS-1 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled needle handling
• Undyed 27 inch suture in size 3 - 0 for buyers matching specific procedural preferences
• Uncoated construction with less tissue drag and no fraying per product details
• Complete mass absorption in 91 to 119 days
• Box of 36 helps support procedure volume and replenishment planning

Applications and Usage

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

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 24 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Tensile strength loss is 60 to 70 percent after 1 week, which may affect procedure selection and timing
• The reverse cutting needle and monofilament suture profile may be preferable when reduced tissue drag and no fraying are important

FAQ

• What type of needle comes with this suture? This suture uses a PS-1 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle with a 24 mm stainless steel needle.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 3 - 0 and the strand length is 27 inch.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption occurs in 91 to 119 days.
• How quickly does this suture lose tensile strength? Product details state a loss of 60 to 70 percent tensile strength after 1 week.
• 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.