Sut,nonabs,DEC3,need 3/8 30mm,tri/BOX-36

General Description:
Suture, non absorbable, synthetic, monofilament DEC3 (2/0), curved needle, 3/8 circle, 30mm, triangular point, box of 36

Technical Specifications:
Type of thread: Non absorbable, synthetic monofilament (Nylon).
Length: 75cm.
Gauge of thread: Expressed in Decimal gauge DEC number and in the old system of thread numbering: DEC3 (2/0).
Type of needle:
Shape: curved needle, 3/8 circle.
Point: triangular, conventional cutting
Length: approximately 30mm.
Disposable.
Sterile.
Initial sterilisation method:
Ethylene oxide gas.

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

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

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

Instructions for use:
The thread with needle has a length of 75 cm on average.
The needles are triangular in section (to pass through the skin more easily).
This suture is inert thread, synthetic, monofilament.
Silk and linen have been abandoned in favour of this thread type, which reduces the risk of inflammation or rejection.

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.
When suturing: use strict aseptic techniques.

Protection of users:
To prevent stick injuries:
Use surgical gloves, a needle holder and a tissue standard forceps for suturing. After use, put the used sutures with needles into a sealed container.
Collect and destroy the sealed containers by incineration in a controlled environment.

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