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- Suture, Pre-Cut, Size 2-0, 2x30", No Needle, 2 dz/bx
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Medtronic/Minimally Invasive Therapies Group
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MPN: G253
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Frequently asked questions
Are these sutures made from high-purity collagen?
Yes, these sutures are manufactured from highly purified collagen.
This material is derived specifically from the serosal layer of bovine intestines. The manufacturing process emphasizes high purity collagen to ensure optimal tensile strength and reliable, predictable in-vivo performance.
Are the sutures sterile?
Yes, the sutures are sterile.
Do these sutures offer predictable absorption?
Yes, these absorbable chromic gut sutures are specifically designed for predictable in-vivo absorption and consistent performance.
This reliability is achieved through several features:
- Uniform Chromic Treatment: Each strand is uniformly treated with a buffered chromium salt solution. This critical step ensures a more predictable absorption profile and consistent retention of tensile strength.
- High-Quality Bovine Collagen: The sutures are constructed from highly purified connective tissue (collagen) derived from the serosal layer of beef (bovine) intestines, which ensures optimal tensile strength and performance.
Do these sutures feature high-quality electronic polishing?
Yes, these Medtronic Chromic Gut Pre-Cut Sutures are engineered for enhanced handling through a specialized manufacturing step: electronic polishing.
This process is critical because it ensures superior surface smoothness, which directly provides two major benefits during surgical approximation and ligation:
- Facilitating Easy Knot Run-Down: The smooth finish allows the knot to be seated quickly and efficiently.
- Ensuring Strong Knot Security: The electronic polishing helps maintain reliable knot strength throughout the procedure, minimizing slippage.
Are they safe for eye surgery?
Yes, these sutures are indicated for use in ophthalmic surgery, in addition to general soft tissue approximation and ligation.
Are these absorbable sutures?
Yes, these are absorbable sterile surgical sutures, eliminating the need for suture removal.
What solution are these sutures packaged in?
The Medtronic Chromic Gut Pre-Cut Sutures are packaged in a specific antiseptic solution to maintain their sterility and material integrity. The preservation solution consists of three components:
- Isopropanol: 89%
- Water: 10%
- Triethanolmaine: 1%
Do they include a needle?
No, these pre-cut sutures do not include a needle.
Are these sutures suitable for soft tissue?
Yes, Medtronic Chromic Gut Pre-Cut Sutures are specifically indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation.
Key features that support their use include:
- Absorbable Material: They are made from purified bovine intestinal collagen (catgut).
- Predictable Profile: Treated with a buffered chromium salt solution to ensure predictable in-vivo absorption and tensile strength retention.
- Enhanced Handling: Electronically polished strands facilitate superior knot run-down and improved knot strength.
These sutures are also suitable for specific ophthalmic surgery applications. However, they are not to be used in cardiovascular or neurological surgical procedures.
Are the absorption and strength retention predictable?
Yes, predictable performance is a key feature of Medtronic Chromic Gut sutures.
They are engineered with a uniform treatment of buffered chromium salt solution to ensure reliable surgical outcomes. This treatment specifically provides:
- Predictable Tensile Strength Retention: Ensures consistent strength throughout the necessary healing period.
- Consistent Absorption Kinetics: Guarantees uniform and predictable in-vivo absorption once implanted in soft tissue.
Medtronic Chromic Gut Pre-Cut Sutures