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Country of Origin: USA
- Weight: 3.95 lb
- Suture Removal Set, Metal Forceps, 4", Sterile, Sterile, 50/cs (90 cs/plt)
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Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 717
- Phone: (631) 435-4711
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Frequently asked questions
Is the suture removal set fully sterile?
Yes, the Busse Suture Removal Sets are supplied sterile and are designed exclusively for single-use application.
Their disposable, sterile nature offers significant procedural benefits:
- Aseptic Conditions: Each set is individually packaged in a sterile, vacuum-formed tray, ensuring integrity and minimizing the risk of cross-contamination.
- Efficiency and Cost Savings: Since the sets are disposable, they eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming sterilization and reprocessing procedures.
- Ready-to-Use: The kits provide immediate, aseptic access to all necessary components for fast and safe suture removal.
What essential instruments are included?
The Busse Suture Removal Sets provide a sterile, convenient, and latex-free solution for aseptic suture removal. Each set includes the following core components:
- 1 Littauer Scissors (4 1/2”): Used for precision suture cutting.
- 1 Thumb Forceps (4”): The style of the forceps varies by configuration, offering options in durable metal or various Posi Grip/Post-Grip plastic styles.
- 1 Gauze Sponge (3” x 3”): Standard absorbent material.
Additionally, specific configurations are available that include supplementary preparatory materials, such as an Alcohol Prep Pad and an Iodophor PVP Prep Pad.
Are the kits individually packaged and sterile?
Yes, every Busse Suture Removal Set is guaranteed sterile and designed for single-use application to ensure maximum patient safety.
Each kit is carefully sealed in an individual vacuum-formed tray, providing an aseptic solution for every procedure. This disposable design offers significant clinical advantages:
- Reduced Risk: Actively minimizes the potential for cross-contamination.
- Cost Savings: Eliminates the need for time-consuming and expensive sterilization and reprocessing of instruments.
- Safety: The entire kit, including all instruments and supplies, is confirmed to be latex-free.
Are these suture removal sets latex-free?
Yes, the Busse Suture Removal Sets are latex-free, making them suitable for patients with latex allergies or sensitivities.
What types of forceps are available in the sets?
The Busse Suture Removal Sets include 4-inch Thumb Forceps, offered in three specific styles depending on the kit configuration:
- Metal Forceps: Provides the traditional tactile feel and precision of standard metal instruments.
- Posi Grip Plastic Forceps: Designed for enhanced control and a lighter feel with a specialized grip.
- Post-Grip Plastic Forceps: Featured in the comprehensive configuration that also includes both an Alcohol Prep Pad and an Iodophor PVP Prep Pad.
All configurations are sterile, disposable, and come complete with 4 1/2” Littauer Scissors and a 3” x 3” Gauze Sponge.
Is this suture removal set reusable?
The Busse Suture Removal Sets are designed for single-use to prevent cross-contamination and eliminate sterilization costs.
How many sterile sets come in one case?
All configurations of the Busse Suture Removal Sets are packaged with 50 individually sterile sets per case (50/cs).
Key packaging details:
- Every set is sealed individually in a sterile, vacuum-formed tray, ensuring integrity and infection control.
- For high-volume needs, the configuration featuring metal forceps (SKU BUS-718) is also available in pallet quantities, with 90 cases per pallet (90 cs/plt).
What thumb forceps options are offered?
The Busse Suture Removal Sets offer versatility with three main options for the included 4-inch Thumb Forceps, all supplied sterile and latex-free.
These options allow medical professionals to select the configuration best suited for their procedural requirements:
- Metal Forceps: A traditional, durable option for standard procedures.
- Posi Grip Plastic Forceps: Lightweight, disposable plastic forceps designed for secure handling.
- Post-Grip Forceps: This configuration is part of a specialized set (BUS-724) that includes additional items: an Alcohol Prep Pad and an Iodophor PVP Prep Pad for enhanced site preparation.
Are quality Littauer Scissors included?
Yes, every Busse Suture Removal Set is equipped with Littauer Scissors.
These specialized scissors are an essential component of the sterile, disposable kit:
- Size: They measure 4 1/2 inches, providing the precise length needed for delicate procedures.
- Function: Littauer scissors are specifically designed for efficient and clean cutting during suture removal.
Including this high-quality instrument ensures you have all the necessary components for streamlining the procedure.
Do certain kits include antiseptic prep pads?
Yes, specific configurations of the Busse Suture Removal Sets are designed to include antiseptic prep pads for comprehensive site preparation.
One complete variant (SKU BUS-724) provides everything necessary in one sterile, disposable tray, which helps to streamline the procedure and minimize the risk of cross-contamination.
This enhanced kit includes the standard components (Littauer Scissors, Post-Grip Forceps, and Gauze Sponge) plus the following:
- Alcohol Prep Pad
- Iodophor PVP Prep Pad