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Condition:
- Weight: 0.2 lb
- Suture, Blunt Taper Point - Protect Point, Size 0, Green, 36", Needle BGS-25, ½ Circle, 1 dz/bx
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MFR:
Medtronic/Minimally Invasive Therapies Group
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 8886606163
- Phone: (800) 633-8766
Frequently asked questions
Can these sutures be used for adult cardiovascular surgery?
No, these sutures are not indicated for use in adult cardiovascular tissue, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, or neural tissues.
Do these sutures have excellent knot security?
Yes, the Medtronic MAXON™ Monofilament Sutures are specifically engineered to provide excellent knot tying security.
This high performance is achieved through the use of polyglyconate (a synthetic, absorbable copolymer) and an advanced extrusion process during manufacturing.
Key performance characteristics designed to benefit the surgeon and patient include:
- Excellent Handling: The monofilament structure provides superior control during surgical manipulation.
- Minimal Memory: This trait reduces kinking or springiness, facilitating easier and more secure knot placement.
- Outstanding In-Vivo Strength Retention: The advanced extrusion process ensures the suture maintains reliable strength throughout the critical tissue healing phase.
Are these sutures absorbable?
Yes, Medtronic Maxon sutures are synthetic and absorbable. They are made from polyglyconate, a material designed to be absorbed by the body over time while maintaining strength during the critical healing period.
What blunt taper point needle codes are offered?
The Medtronic Maxon sutures utilize the Blunt Taper Point (Protect Point) needle design, which is beneficial for protecting surrounding tissues. The specific needle codes available, all featuring a half-circle (½ Circle) curvature, are:
- BGS-25
- BGS-29
- BGST-29
- BTP-1
- BTP-X
What suture lengths are offered?
The Medtronic Maxon Monofilament Synthetic Absorbable Sutures are offered in several specific lengths to accommodate different surgical procedures. The available lengths include: * 36 inches * 60 inches * 96 inches * 5 x 18 inches (This option typically includes five individual 18-inch strands.)
Are high-quality materials used in Maxon sutures?
Yes, Medtronic MAXON sutures utilize a high-quality, synthetic absorbable material called Polyglyconate. This monofilament material is a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate, produced via an advanced extrusion process.
This sophisticated composition gives the sutures superior performance characteristics critical for soft tissue approximation and ligation:
- Excellent In-Vivo Strength Retention: Ensures dependable performance throughout the healing process.
- Superior Handling and Minimal Memory: Allows for easy manipulation and accurate placement by the surgeon.
- Excellent Knot Tying Security: Provides reliable, secure closure.
What are the indicated surgical applications?
These MAXON Monofilament Sutures are indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation in various procedures.Specific applications include: * Peripheral vascular surgery. * Use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue where future growth is anticipated.It is critical to note these sutures are NOT indicated for use in adult cardiovascular tissue, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, or neural tissues.
What are the available suture sizes?
The Medtronic Maxon Monofilament Synthetic Absorbable Sutures are available in the following USP sizes:
- Size 0
- Size 1
- Size 2-0
What suture sizes and lengths are offered?
The Medtronic Maxon Monofilament Synthetic Absorbable Sutures are available in a variety of sizes and lengths to accommodate diverse surgical needs, including general soft tissue approximation and ligation. The options offered include: * Suture Sizes (USP): Size 2-0, Size 0, and Size 1. * Suture Lengths: 36 inches, 60 inches, 96 inches, and 5x18 inches.
Do these sutures have minimal memory for easy handling?
Yes, the Medtronic MAXON Monofilament Sutures are specifically engineered for excellent handling characteristics, including minimal memory.
This important benefit means the suture resists reverting to its original coiled shape after being removed from the package, making it easier to manipulate and place during surgery.
Minimal memory is achieved through the advanced extrusion process used to manufacture the polyglyconate material, which also contributes to:
- Superior Knot Tying Security
- Excellent In-Vivo Strength Retention