Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture 4-0, 3 /8 Round 24mm Reverse Cutting Needle (Comparable to Vicryl), 35 inch

Features

• Exp: 06/2027, 12 pcs/box, sutures for veterinary use ** Material: USP 4-0 Polyglactin 910, 35" (90cm) in length, comparable to Vicryl ** Needle Type: Reverse Cutting ** Needle Size: 24mm, 3/8 of a circle ** Polyglactin Veterinary Suture Absorption: 60-90 days
• PGLA or Polyglactin 910, a synthetic, coated, and absorbable multifilament (braided) suture material, offers medical professionals a versatile tool in various sizes. It strikes a balance between knot security and minimal tissue reaction, making it a valuable choice for surgical applications.
• While it loses strength faster than materials like polydioxanone and polyglyconate, it maintains a steadier pace compared to polyglecaprone 25 and aligns closely with the degradation rate of polyglycolic acid.
• For enhanced performance, PGLA or Polyglactin 910 suture is available in a coated format, featuring a layer of calcium stearate and a glycolide and lactide copolymer. This coating serves to reduce tissue drag during suturing, ensuring smoother and more efficient procedures.
• PGLA or Polyglactin 910 undergoes degradation through the hydrolysis of its polymer's chemical bonds, culminating in complete absorption approximately 60-90 days post-implantation.