Covidien Absorbable Suture with Needle Polysorb Polyester P-13 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided

Absorbable Suture with Needle Polysorb Polyester P-13 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Braided

This absorbable suture with needle is a Polysorb braided polyester suture paired with a P-13 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers who need a coated absorbable suture for wound closure workflows where reduced tissue trauma and absorbable support are important. This SKU uses a size 4 - 0 undyed suture with an 18 inch length and a 13 mm alloy needle.

Good Fit For

• Wound closure procedures requiring an absorbable braided suture
• Setups that call for a precision reverse cutting needle
• Buyers selecting a 4 - 0 suture with an 18 inch length

Key Features

• Braided absorbable Polysorb suture helps support wound closure while avoiding permanent suture retention
• Tight braided construction is noted for less trauma to tissue
• Coated suture supports smoother handling during suturing
• P-13 precision reverse cutting needle uses a 3/8 circle shape for controlled needle placement
• Size 4 - 0 undyed suture comes in an 18 inch length for procedure-specific selection
• Wound support lasts up to 3 weeks, with complete mass absorption in 56 to 70 days

Applications and Usage

• Closing wounds where an absorbable braided suture is preferred
• Procedures that call for a 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle
• Stocking surgical or clinical supply areas by box for procedural use

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 13 mm.
• California Proposition 65 reporting applies to this product
• This SKU has one needle and uses the P-13 needle code
• Absorption timing is 56 to 70 days, so selection should match the intended wound support period

FAQ

• How long does this absorbable suture support the wound? Polysorb supports the wound for up to 3 weeks.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption occurs in 56 to 70 days.
• What needle is attached to this suture? This suture uses a P-13 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape with a 13 mm length.
• What are the suture size and length? This SKU uses a size 4 - 0 suture in an 18 inch length.
• Is the suture dyed or undyed? The suture color is undyed.

From Polysorb by Covidien.