Braided & Coated Polyglycolic Acid (Undyed)
A fast-absorbing, synthetic, braided and coated Polyglycolic Acid (PGA) surgical suture. Designed for rapid wound support and predictable absorption, it is ideal for soft tissue approximation where fast healing is required.
- Specification
Product Code:
Size/Strength: 3-0 (2), 2-0 (3)
Product Description
Sutures are sterile, synthetic absorbable sutures manufactured from 100% Polyglycolic Acid (Undyed) and coated for smooth tissue passage and secure knot tying. The fast-absorption profile makes it suitable for procedures requiring short-term wound support.
These sutures provide excellent handling, minimal tissue reaction, and reliable tensile strength during the critical wound healing phase. MEGLYDE FAST complies with USP standards for synthetic absorbable surgical sutures and is supplied EO sterilized in aluminum foil packaging with or without needles.
Indications
- General soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fast absorption
- Not recommended for cardiovascular or neurological tissue
Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable surgical suture
- Material: Braided Polyglycolic Acid (Undyed)
- Coated for smooth tissue passage
- Fast absorption profile
- Excellent knot security
- Minimal tissue reaction
- EO (Ethylene Oxide) sterilized
- USP compliant
Suture Characteristics
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture |
| Material | Polyglycolic Acid (PGA) – Undyed |
| Structure | Braided & Coated |
| Absorption | Fast absorbing |
| Sterilization | EO (Ethylene Oxide) |
| Packaging | Aluminum foil packs with/without needle |
| Needle Types | Cutting, Reverse Cutting, Taper Cutting, Round Bodied |
| USP Sizes | 3-0 (2), 2-0 (3) |
Needle & Thread Specifications
| Needle Profile | Needle Length | Description | Thread Length | Size (USP) | Product Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 Circle | 26 mm | Reverse Cutting | 75 cm | 3-0 (2), 2-0 (3) | 1F75CX26 |
| 1/2 Circle | 22 mm | Cutting | 75 cm | 3-0 (2), 2-0 (3) | 1F75DY22 |
| 1/2 Circle | 35 mm | Taper Cutting | 75 cm | 2-0 (3) | 1E75DK35 |
| Double Armed 1/2 Circle | 36 mm | Round Bodied & Reverse Cutting | 140 cm | 2-0 (3) | N 2777 |
| 1/2 Circle | 35 mm | Taper Cutting | 75 cm | 2-0 (3) | 1E75DK35 |
