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Frequently asked questions
What high-quality stainless steel is used?
The sutures are constructed using 316L stainless steel. This is a specific, high-quality material chosen for its crucial properties in surgical applications:
- Maximum Inertness: 316L stainless steel is recognized as the most inert among all available suture materials, helping to minimize adverse patient reactions.
- High Tensile Strength: It provides maximum tensile strength, which is essential for secure and reliable closure in load-bearing procedures like sternal closure or abdominal wound repair.
- Regulatory Compliance: The material conforms rigorously to the ASTM Standard F138 Grade 2 specifications for surgical implants and meets all requirements established by both the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the European Pharmacopeia (EP).
Are these sutures absorbable by the body?
No, these are nonabsorbable sutures. They are designed to remain in the body and provide long-term support to the tissues.
Are these sutures approved for high-stress closures?
Yes, Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures are specifically engineered for critical surgical closures demanding maximum tensile strength and permanent, nonabsorbable support.
Constructed from 316L stainless steel, they retain their strength over time and are considered the most inert material among all suture options, minimizing tissue reaction.
They are indicated for a variety of high-stress applications, including:
- Sternal closure
- Abdominal wound closure
- Hernia repair
- Intestinal anastomosis
- Specific orthopedic procedures (such as cerclage or tendon repair)
Are various surgical needle types offered?
Yes, Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures are available in numerous configurations designed for diverse surgical applications, including options with specialized needles attached, as well as pre-cut options without a needle.
Needle options are categorized by shape and cutting type:
- Cutting Types: Conventional Cutting, Tapercutting, and Reverse Cutting.
- Specialized Tips: Blunt Point needles are also offered.
- Curvature: Most variants featuring an attached needle utilize a standard ½ Circle curvature.
What suture length configurations are offered?
The Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures are available in various lengths, depending on the specific configuration (including those with needles and pre-cut options).
These sutures, which are nonabsorbable and made from highly inert 316L stainless steel, are available in the following lengths:
- 2x18 inches
- 2x30 inches
- 4x18 inches
- 5x18 inches
- 5x30 inches
- 6x18 inches
- 12x18 inches
All variants are packaged in boxes containing one dozen (1 dz/bx) units.
How many sutures come in each box?
Each box of Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures contains 1 dozen (12) units. This standard packaging quantity applies across all available configurations, regardless of the specific size, length, or needle type selected.
Do these sutures meet major medical standards?
Yes, these Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures meet stringent requirements for surgical quality and performance, ensuring high reliability in critical procedures. They deliver maximum tensile strength and are nonabsorbable.
Key compliance standards met include:
- Pharmacopeia Compliance: They fully meet all requirements established by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the European Pharmacopeia (EP).
- Material Specification: The 316L stainless steel composition conforms to ASTM Standard F138 Grade 2 (the specification for surgical implant wire).
Additionally, stainless steel is recognized as the most inert suture material, contributing to minimized tissue reaction.
In what sizes are these high-strength sutures available?
The Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures are available in a broad selection of USP sizes, catering to various surgical needs, including general and orthopedic applications.
These sutures are constructed from 316L stainless steel, noted for being the most inert suture material and offering maximum tensile strength.
Available sizes include:
- Size 7
- Size 6
- Size 5
- Size 4
- Size 2
- Size 1
- Size 0
- Size 2-0
All variants are packaged in quantities of one dozen (1 dz) per box.
What superior performance does the 316L stainless steel provide?
The Medtronic sutures, made from highly specialized 316L stainless steel, offer specific advantages essential for critical surgical closures:
- Maximum Tensile Strength: They provide the highest level of strength among all suture materials, ensuring extremely reliable, long-term support for high-stress areas like sternal and orthopedic repairs.
- Superior Inertness: 316L stainless steel is recognized as the ** most inert** suture material available. This feature significantly minimizes adverse tissue reactions, promoting better patient tolerance for permanent implantation.
- Implant Grade Quality: The material rigorously adheres to the requirements of ASTM Standard F138 Grade 2, certifying it as safe and suitable for surgical implant applications.
- Pharmacopeia Compliance: These nonabsorbable sutures meet all quality criteria set forth by both the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the European Pharmacopeia (EP).
Are these sutures versatile for many procedures?
Yes, these Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures are highly versatile and indicated for use in several critical applications where maximum strength and inertness are required. This versatility is possible because the 316L stainless steel material is the most inert suture option and offers superior, nonabsorbable tensile strength retention.
Key procedures include:
- Sternal closure
- Abdominal wound closure
- Hernia repair
- Intestinal anastomosis
- Orthopedic procedures (e.g., cerclage or tendon repair)
Medtronic Stainless Steel Sutures