- A synthetic, absorbable, sterile surgical suture designed for reliable soft-tissue management
Uses
- Soft Tissue Approximation:
- Indicated for general use in closing wounds or ligating soft tissues
- Ophthalmic Procedures:
- Specifically suitable for use in eye-related surgeries
- Absorbable Needs:
- Used in procedures where the suture is intended to be naturally absorbed by the body, eliminating the need for manual removal
Features
- Material & Construction:
- Made from braided Polyglycolic Acid for high tensile strength and a flexible feel
- Coating:
- Coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate to facilitate smooth passage through delicate tissues
- Suture Dimensions:
- Features a 4-0 size (USP) and an 18-inch length
- Needle Specifications:
- Equipped with an NP-3 needle, which is a 13mm reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature
- Appearance:
- The suture is undyed (clear/white) for a low-profile look
- Packaging:
- Sold in boxes of 12 sutures
Benefits
- Smooth Handling:
- The braided and coated design allows for easy knot tie-down and secure knotting with minimal "sawing" through tissue
- Minimal Reaction:
- Being a synthetic material, it provokes a very low inflammatory response in surrounding tissues compared to natural materials
- Predictable Absorption:
- Absorbs steadily through hydrolysis, providing reliable support during the critical wound-healing phase before being absorbed
- Atraumatic Placement:
- The reverse cutting needle is designed to pass cleanly through tough tissue (like skin or fascia) with reduced resistance
