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Condition:
- Weight: 0.15 lb
- Suture, Premium Spatula, Size 5-0, 12", Needle SS-14, ¼ Circle, 1 dz/bx
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Learn more:
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MFR:
Medtronic/Minimally Invasive Therapies Group
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: G1766K
- Phone: (800) 633-8766
Frequently asked questions
What high-quality material forms the Chromic Gut sutures?
These absorbable sutures are crafted from high-purity, naturally derived collagen designed for predictable performance and strength.
- Core Material: The sutures are made from purified connective tissue (predominantly collagen) sourced from the serosal layer of beef (bovine) intestines. Medtronic selects long ribbons of this tissue to ensure superior collagen purity and optimized tensile strength.
- Predictable Absorption: The material undergoes uniform treatment with a buffered chromium salt solution (Chromic Gut). This controlled chromicizing process provides a more predictable in-vivo absorption rate.
- Enhanced Handling: A key manufacturing highlight is the electronic polishing of each strand, which creates exceptional surface smoothness, allowing for reliable knot run-down and enhanced knot security.
What is the purpose of the chromic salt solution treatment?
The uniform treatment with a buffered chromium salt solution ensures the chromic strand has predictable strength and uniform in-vivo absorption.
What is the composition of the sterile packaging solution?
The Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Spatula Sutures are supplied sterile and packaged within a preservation solution. This solution is designed to maintain product integrity and consists of:
- 89% Isopropanol
- 10% Water
- 1% Triethanolmaine
Are these sutures indicated for general soft tissue use?
Yes, the Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Sutures are primarily indicated for general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation.
They are versatile and also specifically suitable for specialized applications, including:
- Ophthalmic surgery
- Cuticular applications (with mild chromic options)
Important Note on Contraindications:
These absorbable sutures are explicitly not for use in:
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Neurological surgery
Are these sutures sterile?
Yes, the Medtronic Chromic Gut Sutures are sterile.
Do these premium sutures include spatula needles?
Yes, these are Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Spatula Sutures, and they are packaged with specialized spatula needles designed for highly precise surgical work, especially in ophthalmic applications. The “spatula” design allows for delicate handling of tissue.
The specific needle type and curvature depend on the variant selected:
- Needle Types Included: SS-14, SS-2, SE-175-8, or SE-140-8.
- Curvature Options: Available in ¼ Circle, ½ Circle, and 3/8 Circle.
All suture strands are also electronically polished to ensure surface smoothness, optimizing knot run-down and improving overall knot security.
Are the chromic gut sutures fully absorbable?
Yes, the Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Sutures are designed to be fully absorbable and sterile, breaking down naturally within the body post-procedure.
They are made from purified connective tissue (collagen) derived from the serosal layer of beef intestines. This material is selected for its high purity to ensure optimal tensile strength and performance.
Medtronic utilizes specific manufacturing techniques to guarantee predictable absorption and high performance:
- Predictable Absorption: The material is uniformly treated with a buffered chromium salt solution (Chromic Gut). This ensures a more consistent and predictable in-vivo absorption rate.
- Enhanced Performance: Each suture strand undergoes electronic polishing. This specialized process creates superior surface smoothness, which facilitates reliable knot run-down and excellent knot security during soft tissue approximation.
What sizes and precision configurations are offered?
The Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Spatula Sutures are offered in a range of sizes, primarily for ophthalmic and general soft tissue approximation. All configurations are consistently packaged as 1 dozen (12) per box.
The available suture sizes and corresponding specialized needle specifications are:
| Suture Size | Length | Needle Type | Curvature |
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| 5-0 | 12” | SS-14 | ¼ Circle |
| 4-0 | 18” | SS-2 | ½ Circle |
| 6-0 | 18” | SS-14 | ¼ Circle |
| 7-0 | 18” | SE-175-8 | ½ Circle |
| 7-0 | 18” | SE-140-8 | 3/8 Circle |
Can these sutures be used for cardiovascular or neurological surgery?
No, these sutures are not intended for cardiovascular or neurological surgery.
What is the standard packaging quantity?
The Medtronic Chromic Gut Premium Spatula Sutures are consistently packaged as one dozen (12) sutures per box (1 dz/bx) across all available sizes and configurations.
These sutures are designed for high performance and feature a preserving solution to maintain quality:
- Preserving Solution: The sutures are kept sterile in a solution composed of 89% isopropanol, 10% water, and 1% triethanolmaine.
- Material: They are manufactured from purified bovine intestinal collagen (Chromic Gut), which is absorbable.
- Precision Finish: Each strand is electronically polished to ensure maximum surface smoothness, which facilitates excellent knot run-down and security.