- Plain Gut absorbable surgical suture pre-attached to a high-precision needle, primarily used in dental and general surgical procedures for soft tissue approximation and ligation where a naturally absorbing material is preferred
Uses
- Oral Surgery:
- Frequently used for dental extractions, gingival flaps, and other intraoral soft tissue closures
- General & Plastic Surgery:
- Suitable for sub-epidermal skin closure and other areas where sutures do not need to be removed
- Absorbable Closure:
- Ideal for patients who may have difficulty returning for suture removal or for internal tissues that naturally heal within a short timeframe
Features
- Suture Material:
- Made of Plain Gut monofilament, a natural absorbable material derived from high-quality raw catgut
- Suture Specs:
- The thread is size 5-0, measuring 18 inches in length, and is uncoated with a natural beige color
- Needle Type:
- Features a C-3 Precision Reverse Cutting needle, which is a 3/8 circle needle measuring 13mm in length
- Precision Engineering:
- The needles are crafted from 300-series stainless steel and are silicone-coated to provide superior penetration with minimal tissue disruption
- Packaging:
- Supplied in a box of 12 sterile, individually sealed sutures, often using "Racetrack" packaging to reduce material memory and prevent tangling
Benefits
- Predictable Absorption:
- The high-quality catgut ensures a dependable and predictable absorption rate once placed in vivo
- Superior Handling:
- Every strand is precision-polished to a uniform diameter, permitting smooth and secure knotting without the "sawing" effect common in some braided materials
- Minimal Tissue Trauma:
- The drilled, seamless needle-to-suture juncture ensures a smoother transition through tissue, which helps reduce post-operative inflammation
- High Tensile Strength:
- Despite being a natural material, it maintains extremely high tensile strength during the critical initial healing period
