Covidien Absorbable Suture with Needle Polysorb™ Polyester GS -21 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Polysorb™ Polyester GS -21 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Braided

Polysorb absorbable suture with needle is a braided polyester suture attached to a GS-21 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits buyers looking for an absorbable option intended to reduce tissue trauma during suturing and provide wound support for up to 3 weeks. This version uses size 2-0 suture with a 37 mm needle and an undyed, coated braid.

Good Fit For

• Suturing needs where absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Procedures requiring a 1/2 circle taper point needle
• Buyers standardizing on size 2-0 absorbable sutures

Key Features

• Absorbable braided polyester suture for workflows that call for temporary wound support
• Tight braided construction is intended to give less trauma to tissue
• Supports wound for up to 3 weeks before absorption progresses
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 70 days
• Attached GS-21 1/2 circle taper point alloy needle helps identify the needle configuration
• Size 2-0 undyed coated suture with 36 inch length

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable suture with needle for wound closure
• Stocking procedure trays that require a GS-21 taper point needle
• Ordering braided size 2-0 sutures for routine clinical supply needs

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 37 mm.
• California Proposition 65 reporting applies to this product
• Wound support is stated up to 3 weeks, so match selection to the required support timeline
• Complete mass absorption is stated at 56 to 70 days

FAQ

• How long does this suture support the wound? This Polysorb absorbable suture supports the wound for up to 3 weeks.
• When is the suture fully absorbed? Complete mass absorption is stated at 56 to 70 days.
• What needle style comes attached? This suture comes with one GS-21 alloy needle in a 1/2 circle taper point configuration.
• What size and length is the suture? The suture is size 2-0 and 36 inch long.
• Is the suture braided or monofilament? This Polysorb suture is braided and coated.

From Polysorb by Covidien.