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Medtronic Ti-Cron Polyester Penetrating Taper Sutures. TI-CRON polyester sutures are nonabsorbable, sterile, surgical composed of polyethylene terephthalate. They are prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component. The braided sutures are available uncoated or coated uniformly with silicone to increase surface lubricity, thereby enhancing handling characteristics, ease of passage through tissue, and knot run-down properties.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
MDT-8886310731 8886310731 Uncoated Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886308851 8886308851 Braided Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886308841 8886308841 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886263151 8886263151 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886315751 8886315751 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886320261 8886320261 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886288041 8886288041 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, White, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, White, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886320251 8886320251 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886312551 8886312551 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886288051 8886288051 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316761 8886316761 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886318251 8886318251 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886318231 8886318231 Coated Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886318241 8886318241 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316031 8886316031 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316041 8886316041 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316051 8886316051 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886323351 8886323351 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886285256 8886285256 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886324156 8886324156 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886285156 8886285156 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886281551 8886281551 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886285551 8886285551 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886305256 8886305256 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886320451 8886320451 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-VCD320 VCD320 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321156 8886321156 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886330356 8886330356 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 6x30", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 6x30", Needle Y-16, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316751 8886316751 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886287756 8886287756 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886316741 8886316741 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 3-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886319151 8886319151 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886322256 8886322256 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886280851 8886280851 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321251 8886321251 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, Blue, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886281151 8886281151 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886284051 8886284051 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White, 36", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 3 dz/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321956 8886321956 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886325556 8886325556 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x36", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886320356 8886320356 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886322156 8886322156 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886336556 8886336556 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 10x30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321356 8886321356 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321856 8886321856 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-8886321366 8886321366 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Firm PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-VCD656 VCD656 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Soft PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-31, ½ Circle, Soft PTFE Pledget 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks
MDT-VCD256 VCD256 Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Soft PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 2-0, White & Blue, 8x30", Needle Y-5, ½ Circle, Soft PTFE Pledget 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, 6/bx (Continental US Only) 4-5 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Is high-quality polyester used for these sutures?

Yes, these sutures are constructed from polyethylene terephthalate, a high molecular weight, long-chain linear polyester specifically designed for durable, permanent surgical applications. These materials ensure high quality and reliability.

Key characteristics of the Ti-Cron material include:

  • Nonabsorbable: The material provides permanent tissue approximation and support, maintaining its long-term tensile strength as it is not absorbed by the body.
  • Braided Construction: They feature a durable, braided structure.
  • Enhanced Lubricity: Options are available either uncoated or uniformly coated with silicone. The silicone coating increases surface lubricity, which significantly improves the ease of tissue passage and optimizes knot run-down performance.
Do these sutures offer permanent tissue support?

Yes, Medtronic Ti-Cron Polyester Sutures are nonabsorbable, providing permanent support for tissue approximation and ligation. Made from high molecular weight, long-chain linear polyesters, they are designed to maintain their strength and integrity over time, making them ideal for long-term support in various surgical procedures.

Does the silicone coating improve suture handling?

Yes, the Ti-Cron sutures are available with an optional uniform silicone coating designed to significantly improve handling characteristics.

This coating enhances surface lubricity, which results in several key benefits:

  • Easier Tissue Passage: The reduced friction allows the suture to pass through tissue smoothly.
  • Optimized Knot Run-Down: The coating improves the efficiency and security of knot tying by ensuring superior knot run-down properties.
Are PTFE pledgets included with these sutures?

Yes, specialized PTFE Pledgets (Polytetrafluoroethylene) are included with specific configurations of the Medtronic Ti-Cron sutures. These are designed to provide enhanced tissue support, which helps prevent the suture material from tearing or pulling through high-tension or fragile tissue.

Configurations are available with different pledget specifications:

  • Pledget Types: Offered in Firm PTFE Pledgets or Soft PTFE Pledgets varieties.
  • Key Dimensions: Pledget sizes include 7mm x 3mm x 1.5mm and 3mm x 3mm x 1.5mm, depending on the variant chosen.
What specialized needle curvatures are offered?

These sutures feature a specialized penetrating taper needle design, engineered for precise penetration through tissues. You can select from configurations based on two primary curvatures to match specific surgical requirements:

  • ½ Circle: This curvature is typically used for procedures requiring deeper penetration. Variants may be associated with needle codes like Y-5, Y-16, and Y-31.
  • 3/8 Circle: This curvature provides a wider arc and is suitable for more accessible surgical sites. Variants may be associated with the YE-7 needle type.
What suture sizes and lengths are offered?

The Medtronic Ti-Cron Polyester Sutures are offered in a wide range of sizes and lengths to accommodate diverse surgical needs, specifically designed for permanent tissue support.

  • Suture Sizes: The available sizes are 0, 2-0, 3-0, and 4-0.
  • Suture Lengths: The standard thread lengths are 30 inches and 36 inches. These are also packaged in various multi-strand configurations, such as 6x30”, 8x30”, 10x30”, and 10x36”.

This product line is highly diversified, featuring nonabsorbable polyethylene terephthalate material, penetrating taper needles, and various configurations including options for silicone coating and PTFE pledgets.

Are there highly visible color options available?

Yes, these Medtronic Ti-Cron nonabsorbable sutures are offered in multiple colors to ensure excellent visibility and contrast during surgical procedures, which is vital for permanent tissue support.

The available color options are:

  • Blue
  • White
  • White & Blue (A dual-tone option available for specific configurations)
What packaging quantities are available?

The Medtronic Ti-Cron Polyester Penetrating Taper Sutures are typically available in two main packaging quantities, depending on the specific product code:

  • 3 dz/bx (3 dozen per box): This option contains 36 individual suture units per box.
  • 6/bx (6 per box): This option contains 6 individual suture units per box.
Is the braided material durable?

Yes, Medtronic Ti-Cron sutures utilize a braided structure composed of high molecular weight, nonabsorbable polyethylene terephthalate (polyester).

This material and construction are specifically designed for permanent tissue approximation, ensuring the sutures retain their strength and provide reliable, long-term surgical support.

Depending on the configuration, you can choose:

  • Uncoated: Provides the baseline inherent strength and flexibility of the polyester material.
  • Silicone-Coated: Features a uniform silicone layer that maintains strength while enhancing surface lubricity for easier tissue passage and optimized knot run-down.
Are these sutures sterile and factory new?

Yes, the Medtronic Ti-Cron Polyester Penetrating Taper Sutures are confirmed to be sterile and delivered in Factory New condition. This ensures they are ready for immediate, safe application in surgical procedures requiring permanent tissue approximation.