5-0 Coated Vicryl Sutures with P-3 Needle, 18", 12/Pk, J493G

• Undyed sutures specifically made for wound closure applications
• Sold with silver P-3 needle measuring 13 mm
• Absorbs into the mouth within 3 months
• Sterilized and ready to use

5-0 Coated Vicryl Sutures are absorbable sutures intended for closing wounds and approximating or ligating soft tissues in ophthalmic procedures. These sterile sutures measure 18" per pack and are composed of a copolymer with 10% L-lactide and 90% glycolide.

Coated Vicryl Sutures are delivered using the special Multipass P-3 needle with a cutting-edge prime reverse point type. These synthetic sutures are not compatible with either neurological or cardiovascular tissues and have an absorption rate of 56 to 70 days.