Absorbable Polyglycolic Acid Sutures for Veterinary Use
The absorbable sutures here are violet polyglycolic acid (PGA), covering sizes from USP 5/0 to 3. Most are 75 cm long with a round, Tapercut or cutting needle on a 1/2 or 3/8 circle; there are also 150 cm sutures without a needle and a 25 m SMI spool, USP 1, for veterinary use. From 61.71 lei.
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What is available in each size
| USP | With a needle | Without a needle |
|---|---|---|
| 5/0 | Tapercut 3/8, 30 mm | no |
| 4/0 | round 1/2, 30 mm; Tapercut 3/8, 18 or 24 mm; cutting 3/8, 16 mm | no |
| 3/0 | round 1/2, 30 mm; Tapercut 1/2, 30 mm; cutting 3/8, 16 mm | 150 cm |
| 2/0 | round 1/2, 20 or 30 mm; Tapercut 1/2, 30 mm | no |
| 0 | round 1/2, 30 mm; Tapercut 1/2, 30 mm; triangular 1/2, 40 mm | 150 cm |
| 1 | round 1/2, 30 or 40 mm; Tapercut 1/2, 30 mm | 150 cm; 25 m spool |
| 2 | round 1/2, 30 mm; Tapercut 1/2, 30 mm | 150 cm |
| 3 | cutting 1/2, 26 mm | no |
According to the product sheets, the thread is synthetic, multifilament and absorbed by hydrolysis. PRIMA sutures generally come 12 per box. For non-absorbable sutures see non-absorbable sutures, and for needle holders and scissors, needles, thread and surgical instruments.
Frequently asked questions
Which PGA sutures are available in size 4/0?
With a 30 mm 1/2 round needle, an 18 or 24 mm 3/8 Tapercut needle and a 16 mm 3/8 cutting needle.
Why is the thread violet?
The product sheet says the thread is dyed violet so the suture is visible.