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- Weight: 0.4 lb
- Suture, Penetrating Taper, Size 4-0, Blue, 30", Needle YE-7, 3/8 Circle, 3 dz/bx
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MPN: 8886310731MPN: 8886308851MPN: 8886308841MPN: 8886263151MPN: 8886315751MPN: 8886320261MPN: 8886288041MPN: 8886320251MPN: 8886312551MPN: 8886288051MPN: 8886316761MPN: 8886318251MPN: 8886318231MPN: 8886318241MPN: 8886316031MPN: 8886316041MPN: 8886316051MPN: 8886323351MPN: 8886285256MPN: 8886324156MPN: 8886285156MPN: 8886281551MPN: 8886285551MPN: 8886305256MPN: 8886320451MPN: VCD320MPN: 8886321156MPN: 8886330356MPN: 8886316751MPN: 8886287756MPN: 8886316741MPN: 8886319151MPN: 8886322256MPN: 8886280851MPN: 8886321251MPN: 8886281151MPN: 8886284051MPN: 8886321956MPN: 8886325556MPN: 8886320356MPN: 8886322156MPN: 8886336556MPN: 8886321356MPN: 8886321856MPN: 8886321366MPN: VCD656MPN: VCD256
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Description
| 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.