PRIMA Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Suture 150cm without needle USP 1

Introducing the PRIMA Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Suture, a top-quality, sterile, synthetic multifilament braided absorbable suture designed for precision and reliability. This surgical suture, made from 100% glycolide homopolymers, is available in a violet thread for enhanced visibility, with a length of 150cm and a diameter of USP 1. Each pack contains 12 sutures, ensuring you have ample supply for various surgical needs. Key Features: • Material: Made from 100% glycolide homopolymers, this suture is absorbable and coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate for smooth tissue passage and easy knot tying. • Color: The suture is colored with D&C Violet no. 2, following US Federal Code regulations, enhancing visibility during surgery. • Diameter: USP 1, a standard size in the United States Pharmacopeia system, suitable for various soft tissue approximation and ligation procedures. • Length: 150cm, providing ample length for diverse surgical applications. • Sterility: Sterilized with ethylene oxide gas to ensure safety and hygiene. Not to be reused or resterilized. Intended Use: Ideal for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including plastic and ophthalmic procedures, but not for cardiovascular or neurological tissues. Suitable for surgeries requiring absorbable sutures and short-term support. Indications: • General soft tissue approximation • Ligation • Plastic surgery • Ophthalmic procedures Performance: • Tensile Strength: Maintains 82% of initial strength at 14 days, 56% at 21 days, and 20% at 28 days post-implantation. • Absorption: Complete in approximately 90 days through hydrolysis, causing minimal tissue reaction. Warnings and Precautions: • For use by trained healthcare professionals only. • Avoid cases requiring extensive tissue approximation. • Exercise caution in patients with delayed wound healing conditions. • Avoid prolonged contact with saline solutions to prevent stone formation. • Proper surgical practices should be followed to minimize the risk of infection. Side Effects: Potential side effects include allergic reactions, transient local irritation, mild tissue inflammatory response, erythema, induration, and rarely, wound dehiscence. Storage: Store below 30°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Do not use it if the packaging is open or damaged. Ensure usage before the expiry date. Choose PRIMA Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Suture for reliable, absorbable, and effective surgical sutures that ensure optimal wound healing and minimal tissue trauma. Ideal for various surgical procedures, these sutures offer excellent knot security, predictable absorption, and ease of use.