- A 5-0 sterile, absorbable plain gut suture with a precision conventional cutting needle, primarily used for wound closure in clinical settings
Uses
- Wound Closure:
- Specifically intended for medical and surgical procedures requiring absorbable sutures
- Clinical Settings:
- Developed for professional use in physician offices, hospitals, and other point-of-care environments
Features
- Material & Construction:
- Made from first-quality raw material (catgut) in a monofilament construction, ensuring a uniform diameter for smooth knotting
- Needle Type:
- Features a PC-1 needle, which is a 13mm precision conventional cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature
- Suture Details:
- 18 inches in length, uncoated, and beige in color
- Needle Quality:
- The needles are honed with a unique multiedged point for easier penetration and are drilled for a seamless juncture to minimize tissue disruption
- Packaging:
- Supplied in double-sterile barrier packaging that is designed to end costly waste; it may be packaged in a dry or wetting solution
Benefits
- Reliable Absorption:
- Provides a dependable and predictable absorption rate once placed in vivo
- High Tensile Strength:
- The raw material ensures extremely high tensile strength to prevent breakage during use
- Ease of Use:
- Precision polishing of every strand allows for secure knotting and easy passage through tissue with minimal drag
- Reduced Tissue Trauma:
- The smooth transition between the needle and suture reduces tissue disruption during the procedure
