Plain Catgut Suture
Plain Catgut Suture is a braided absorbable surgical suture designed for rapid wound healing. It provides excellent knot security, retains tensile strength for 7–14 days, and is fully absorbed enzymatically within approximately 65 days.
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Size/Strength: 5-0 (1.5) To 3-0 (3)
Product Description
Plain Catgut Suture is a natural absorbable surgical suture designed for rapid wound healing and reliable tissue approximation. Manufactured from high-quality braided catgut, this medical sutures offers excellent handling characteristics, superior tensile strength and secure knot performance for a wide range of surgical applications.
The suture retains adequate tensile strength for approximately 7–14 days, providing effective wound support during the early stages of healing. Absorption occurs through a natural enzymatic process and is typically completed within 65 days. Its braided construction ensures flexibility, easy handling and dependable knot security while minimizing tissue trauma.
Plain Catgut Sutures are commonly used for external dermal closures, soft tissue approximation and ligation procedures where temporary wound support is required. The product is EO sterilized and supplied in aluminum foil packs with or without needles to maintain sterility and performance.
Features of Plain Catgut Suture
• Absorbable surgical suture
• Made from high-quality braided catgut
• Rapid absorption through enzymatic action
• Tensile strength retention for 7–14 days
• Complete absorption in approximately 65 days
• Excellent knot security and handling
• Superior tensile strength
• Minimal tissue reaction
• Smooth tissue approximation
• EO sterilized for safety and reliability
• Available with or without needle
• Suitable for external dermal closure procedures
Product Specifications of Plain Catgut Suture
• Suture Type: Absorbable Surgical Suture
• Structure: Braided
• Material: Catgut
• Color: Beige
• Absorption Method: Enzymatic
• Absorption Time: Approximately 65 days
• Tensile Strength Retention: 7–14 days
• USP Sizes: 4-0 to 2
• Sterilization Method: EO (Ethylene Oxide)
• Packaging: Aluminum foil packs (with or without needle)
• Needle Availability: With or Without Needle
• Needle Types: Round Bodied, Cutting Edge, Taper Point, Straight, Blunt Point
• Compliance: CE Marked, ISO 13485:2016 & ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing Facility
Standard and Short Length Sutures
| Length | 5-0 (1.5) | 4-0 (2) | 3-0 (3) | 2-0 (3.5) | 1-0 (4) | 1 (5) | 2 (6) | 3 (7) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1x150 cm | 7H150 | 7G150 | 7F150 | 7E150 | 7D150 | 7C150 | 7B150 | 7A150 |
| 2x75 cm | 7H2X75 | 7G2X75 | 7F2X75 | 7E2X75 | 7D2X75 | 7C2X75 | 7B2X75 | 7A2X75 |
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