Sut,abs,DEC3,spool/BOX-36

General Description:
Suture, absorbable, synthetic, braided DEC3 (2/0), spool, box of 36

Technical Specifications:
Type of thread: Absorbable, synthetic braided thread (PGA, polyglycolic acid).
Length: 150cm.
Gauge of thread: Expressed in Decimal gauge DEC number and in the old system of thread numbering: DEC3 (2/0).
Thread without needle.
Disposable.
Sterile.
Initial sterilisation method:
Ethylene oxide gas.

Packaging and labelling:
Primary packaging: Unit of use.
One (1) absorbable suture in an individual sterilised peel pack.

Secondary packaging: Protected unit.
One (1) box of 36 absorbable sutures.

Weight/Volume/Dimensions:
Estimated weight: 0.010kg
Estimated volume: 0.030cdm

Instructions for use:
For haemostasis.
The thread without needle has a length of 150 cm on average.
This suture is synthetic, of slow absorption type, which is absorbed after about 21 days.

It has been chosen in preference to catgut, which is used less and less often in any case.
Catgut is absorbed in a few days, sometimes less than 48 hours, and occasionally causes inflammation or its rejection. There is a risk of contamination because catgut is made of sheep gut (sheep trembles).

Conditions for stock:
Avoid storage at extreme temperatures and humidity levels.
Check the integrity of each unit before use.
Single use material, supplied in sterile packaging, may only be used if packaging is undamaged.

Safety process:
The suture is for single use only.
Use strict aseptic techniques.

Component of a kit:
S9908302 - Obstetric, surgical kit, suppl. 3 - renewable