J & J Healthcare Systems suture with needle Monocryl Absorbable Uncoated Violet Suture Monofilament Poliglecaprone Size 4-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 4 - 0 3/8 Circle Precision Point - Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

suture with needle Monocryl Absorbable Uncoated Violet Suture Monofilament Poliglecaprone Size 4-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 4 - 0 3/8 Circle Precision Point - Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

Monocryl absorbable suture with needle is a sterile violet monofilament poliglecaprone suture for procedures that call for an absorbable, uncoated strand with a reverse cutting needle. Buyers may choose it for bladder, gastro-intestinal, subcuticular closure, reproductive tract, or fascia closure and linea alba work in young, healthy, fast-healing animals. This version pairs an 18 inch suture in size 4-0 with one 3/8 circle Precision Point reverse cutting needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Absorbable uncoated monofilament poliglecaprone suture for procedures where smooth passage and no fraying matter
• Reverse cutting Precision Point needle supports controlled tissue penetration
• Sterile presentation helps support procedural readiness
• Violet suture color can make the strand easier to see during placement
• 18 inch, size 4-0 format helps buyers match the suture to their preferred technique

Applications and Usage

• Subcuticular closure where an absorbable monofilament suture is preferred
• Bladder closure using a reverse cutting needle
• Gastro-intestinal closure in veterinary settings
• Reproductive tract procedures requiring an absorbable suture
• Fascia closure or linea alba work in young, healthy, fast-healing animals

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 18 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This suture loses 60 to 70 percent tensile strength after 1 week, so timing of support may affect product selection.
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 91 to 119 days.
• The needle is a 3/8 circle reverse cutting style, so buyers should confirm that needle profile matches the procedure and tissue type.

FAQ

• Is this an absorbable suture? Yes. This Monocryl suture is absorbable and uncoated.
• What needle style comes with this suture? This SKU includes one 3/8 circle Precision Point reverse cutting needle.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 4-0 and 18 inch long.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? The suture loses 60 to 70 percent tensile strength after 1 week, and complete mass absorption occurs in 91 to 119 days.
• What procedures is this suture used for? Source details note use for 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.