Vicryl coated suture 5/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

Ethicon Vicryl coated suture 5/0 is a synthetic absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture designed for veterinary wound closure across small animal and livestock procedures. The violet, 70 cm (27 in) unidirectional strand is pre-attached to a 17 mm RB-1 1/2 circle taper point needle for controlled tissue passage. Its absorption profile is approximately 56–70 days. Supplied in a 36-peel pack box to streamline clinic inventory. A dependable choice for veterinary wound care and livestock health products where an absorbable suture is indicated.

Vicryl coated suture 5/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

By: Ethicon

Vicryl coated suture 5/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

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Ethicon Vicryl coated suture 5/0 is a synthetic absorbable braided polyglactin 910 suture designed for veterinary wound closure across small animal and livestock procedures. The violet, 70 cm (27 in) unidirectional strand is pre-attached to a 17 mm RB-1 1/2 circle taper point needle for controlled tissue passage. Its absorption profile is approximately 56–70 days. Supplied in a 36-peel pack box to streamline clinic inventory. A dependable choice for veterinary wound care and livestock health products where an absorbable suture is indicated.

About This Item

  • Synthetic absorbable braided suture for veterinary wound closure in small and large animal procedures.
1 x 36-peel pack box

What is the material of this suture?

It is made of polyglactin 910 (Vicryl), a synthetic absorbable braided material.

Is this suture absorbable and how long does it last?

Yes. The absorption profile is approximately 56 to 70 days.

What needle comes with this suture?

A 17 mm RB-1 1/2 circle taper point needle is attached to each 70 cm strand.

What size and length is the suture, and what color is it?

It is a 5-0, 70 cm (27 in) violet braided strand.

How is this product packaged?

It comes as a 1 x 36-peel pack box for convenient clinic stocking.

Can this suture be used for dogs, cats, horses, or cattle?

It is intended for veterinary wound closure and may be used across small animals and livestock (e.g., equine, cattle) at the veterinarian’s discretion.

Is it coated and braided?

Yes. This is a coated, braided synthetic absorbable suture.

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